Cover Plate

Cover Plate

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1331)

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1332)

• Resetting and extracting tool (T10165)

Removing

• When removing, mark brake pads that will be used again. Install in the same position, otherwise braking effect will be uneven!

• Do not open the brake hydraulic system when removing!

- Loosen the wheel bolts.

- Raise the vehicle.

- Remove the wheel.

- Remove brake disc. Refer to => [ Brake Disc ] Brake Disc.

- Remove the wheel bearing unit.

- Unscrew the threaded connection - arrows - on the cover plate - 1 -.






Vehicles with Torsion Beam Rear Suspension

- Remove the cover plate - 1 - and the stub axle.

Vehicles with Multi-Link Rear Suspension

- Remove cover plate - 1 -.

Cleaning

Do not blow brake system using compressed air, the dust produced is harmful to health!

• Use only appropriate solvents for cleaning brake system.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Note the differing tightening specifications.

If using the brake pads again, install the marked pads in the same location.

- Secure the brake caliper with new self-locking screws. Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog (ETKA).

• Each time after replacing brake pads, depress brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.

• Check the brake fluid level after removing the brake pads.

- Install the wheel and tighten.

Tightening Specifications