Rear Brakes, Servicing

Rear brake, servicing

Note:
^ For extracting brake fluid reservoir always use brake filler and bleeder unit VAS 5234.
^ Prior to removing a brake caliper or disconnecting a brake hose from the brake caliper apply brake pedal depressor VAG 1869/2 to prevent the brake fluid reservoir from running dry.

WARNING: After installing brake pads, press brake pedal firmly several times with vehicle stationary to ensure that pads become properly seated.

Rear brake on vehicles with front-wheel drive





Exploded view

1. Phillips-head screw - 4 Nm
2. Brake disc
3. Grease cap
4. 12-point nut
5. Wheel hub with wheel bearing and rotor
6. Bolt - 60 Nm
7. Backing plate
8. Stub axle
9. Parking brake cable
10. Axle beam
11. Speed sensor
12. Hex head bolt
13. Hex socket head bolt - 65 Nm
14. Brake carrier
15. Brake hose/line
^ Tighten banjo bolt to 38 Nm
16. Bolt - 35 Nm
17. Brake caliper housing
18. Brake pads
19. Pad retaining springs
^ Always replace when changing pads