GTI V6-2.8L (AFP) (1999)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Rear Brake Caliper
Servicing
Rear Brake Caliper, Servicing
Note:
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When repairing install all parts supplied in repair kit.
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New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and pre-bled.
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Apply a thin coat of assembly lubricant, Part No. G 052 150 A2, to brake cylinders, pistons and seals.
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When repairing, it is essential to appropriately pre-bleed the brake calipers (without brake pads) before installation in the vehicle. Refer to Rear
brake caliper piston, removing and installing.
1. Self-locking hex bolt, 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.)
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Always replace
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When loosening and tightening counter-hold on guide pin
2. Bleeder valve
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Apply a thin coat of assembly lubricant G 052 150 A2 to threads before installing
3. Dust cap
4. Guide pins
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Grease before pulling on protective cap
5. Protective cap
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Pull onto brake carrier and guide pin
6. Brake carrier with guide pin and protective cap
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Replacement part is assembled with sufficient grease on guide pins
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If protective caps or guide pins are damaged, install repair kit. Use grease packet supplied to lubricate the guide pins.
7. Protective seal
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Pull outer sealing lip onto piston
8. Piston with automatic adjustment
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Removing and installing
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Apply thin coat of assembly lubricant G 052 150 A2 to piston before inserting
9. Sealing ring
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Removing and installing
10. Brake caliper housing with parking brake cable lever
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If a leak exists at the parking brake cable lever replace brake caliper housing
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After repairing, pre-bleed caliper housing