Beetle L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (1998)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Front
FN 3 Caliper
Brake Pads (FN 3 caliper), Removing And Installing
Special Tools And Equipment
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VAG 1331 Torque wrench or equivalent
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Piston resetting tool
Removing
Note:
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If you reuse brake pads, mark the location and re-install them in the same position to avoid uneven braking
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Remove protective caps (arrows).
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Using a screwdriver, pry brake pad retaining spring out of brake caliper housing (arrow) and remove.
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Remove both guide pins (arrows) from brake caliper.
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Remove brake pads.
CAUTION!
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Do not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose, The unsupported weight can stretch and damage the hose.
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Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper when removing brake pads.