Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Caliper : 100000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.2 TSI, AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.2 TSI, AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.2 TFSI

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. Tools you might need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Combination spanner #11
                      
                        HEX bit No.H7.
                      
                        Drive socket # 11 
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Fluid container
                      
                        Brake bleeder kit
                      
                        Brake hose clip
                      
                        Wheel chock

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Calipers for A3 Sportback (8PA) and other AUDI models

 
    AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.2 TSI
  
    AUDI A3 Sportback (8PA) 1.2 TSI
  
    AUDI A3 Convertible (8P7) 1.2 TFSI

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. Professionals recommend:

The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right brake calipers on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. Take the following steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. Tip from AUTODOC:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

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.
Step 8

Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
Step 9

Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper.Use a drive socket #11.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Remove the brake hose.
Step 12

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 13

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use HEX No.H7.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 14

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. AUTODOC recommends:

When replacing the brake caliper, it is recommended to check the brake hose for damages and, if necessary, to replace it with a new one. When replacing a brake caliper it is recommended to replace brake pads, check the state of the brake discs and replace them with new ones if necessary.
Step 15

Remove the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
Step 16

Install the brake pads.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. AUTODOC experts recommend:

If going to use the old brake pads, clean them.Use a wire brush.
Step 17

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
Step 18

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust.Use a wire brush.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. Tip:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 19

Install the brake caliper and fix it.Use HEX No.H7.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 20

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 21

Treat the brake hose.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22

Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper.
Step 23

Tighten the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper.Use a drive socket #11.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 19 Nm torque.
Step 24

Undo the brake bleeder screw.Use a combination spanner #11.
Step 25

Remove the brake hose clamp.
Step 26

Connect the brake bleeder kit to the brake bleeder screw.
Step 27

Bleed the brake caliper system.Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 28

Tighten the brake bleeder screw.Use a combination spanner #11.
Step 29

Disconnect the brake bleeder kit.
Step 30

Tighten the brake caliper bleed screw. Use a drive socket #11.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 15 Nm torque.
Step 31

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 32

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 33

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Audi A3 8PA
Step 34

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 35

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 36

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake caliper – Audi A3 8PA. AUTODOC recommends:

Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 37

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

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