When to replace the Brake Calipers on your AUDI A3
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km

How to change front brake caliper on AUDI A3 2 (8PA) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the brake caliper and to the brake circuit pipe. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  8. Step 8
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  9. Step 9
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake hose.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
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