volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing and installing front caliper piston > < Removing and installing front brake caliper piston
Running gear
Servicing Girling front brake caliper
Servicing Girling front brake caliper
 
V47-0488

Notes:

  • ◆ When carrying out repairs install all parts supplied in repair kit.
  • ◆ Apply thin coat of brake fluid to brake cylinder, piston and seal.
  • Protective seal
  • Bleed valve
    • ◆ Apply thin coat of brake cylinder paste to threads before screwing in
  • Brake caliper housing
  • Self-locking bolts, 35 Nm
    • ◆ Renew
    • ◆ When loosening and tightening counter-hold on guide pin
 
V47-0488
  • Seal
    • ◆ Removing and installing
  • Piston
    • ◆ Removing and installing
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    • ◆ Apply thin coat of brake fluid to piston before inserting
  • Protective seal
    • ◆ Do not damage when inserting piston
  • Brake carrier with guide pins and protective caps
    • ◆ Supplied as replacement part assembled with sufficient grease on guide pins
    • ◆ If protective caps or guide pins are damaged use repair kit. Use grease sachet supplied to lubricate guide pins

Removing and installing front caliper piston > < Removing and installing front brake caliper piston