Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing brake pads or linings
Special tools and workshop equipment required |
Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system -VAS 5051- |
Tool set for brake bleeding -VAS 6564- |
Insert tool with ratchet -VAS 6784- |
Bit attachment (7 mm) -T10503- |
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- |
Piston resetting appliance -T10145- |
Note
The installation position of the brake caliper depends on
the rear axle. The removal and installation procedures change
only slightly, but additional tools are required. |
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Installation position of brake caliper, torsion beam axle: |
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Use a screwdriver -A- to lever
retaining spring -1- for brake pads
out of brake caliper -arrow- while
supporting retaining spring with the other hand. |
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Remove cover caps -arrows-. |
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Unscrew both guide pins from brake caliper using 7 mm bit
-T10503- and insert tool with ratchet -VAS 6784-. |
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Remove brake caliper -1- and
secure it with wire -A- so that
weight of brake caliper does not strain or damage brake hose. |
Note
It is essential that the pistons are reset using
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diagnostic tester. The thrust nut in the piston is
fitted on a floating bearing, so that the piston can only be
pressed but not pulled back. Only the spindle with the thrust
nut will be moved back. |
The piston must be reset beforehand with
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diagnostic tester. |
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Press piston back fully using piston resetting appliance
-T10145-. |
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Remove brake pads -2 and 3-. |
Do not blow out brake system with compressed air; the
resulting dust constitutes a health hazard! |
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Thoroughly clean contact surfaces for brake pads on brake
carrier and remove any corrosion. |
Note
Use only methylated spirits for cleaning the brake caliper
housing. |
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Insert inner brake pad -2- and
outer brake pad -3- into brake
carrier. |
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Insert cover caps -arrows-. |
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Assembly overview - rear brakes:
Note
Use the brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234- to
draw off brake fluid from the b ...
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system -VAS 5051-
Tool set for brake bleeding -VAS 6564-
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Other materials:
Assembly overview - towing bracket
Note
Minor differences will be encountered on removal and
installation, depending on version.
The specified torques refer only to factory-installed towing
brackets.
Request torque spe ...
Seat belt protection
Fig. 63 Driver restrained by a properly
positioned seat belt during a sudden braking manoeuvre
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Correctly fastened seat belts can make a major difference.
When fastened properly, seat belts hold the vehicle occupants in ...
Rules for cleanliness
When working on the fuel supply and injection system,
observe the following “5 rules” for cleanliness:
Thoroughly clean all unions and surrounding areas before
disconnecting.
Place removed parts on a clea ...
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