Cover Plate
Cover Plate
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)
• Piston Resetting Tool (T10145)
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.
- Unscrew the threaded connection - arrows - from the cover plate - 1 -.
- Remove cover plate - 1 -.
Cleaning
Do not blow brake system using compressed air, the dust produced is harmful to health!
- Thoroughly clean the contact surfaces on the brake carrier for the brake pads and remove any corrosion.
• Clean brake caliper with mineral spirits exclusively.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
• Before installing, clean carefully and check for wear and damage.
If using the brake pads again, install the marked pads in the same location.
Before pushing back the piston, extract some of the brake fluid out of the brake fluid reservoir using a bleeder bottle. Otherwise, especially if reservoir has been topped off, fluid will overflow and cause damage.
- Install the wheel and tighten.
• Before moving vehicle, depress brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.
• Check brake fluid level.
Tightening Specification