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How to change front brake caliper on Audi A3 8PA – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
How to change front brake caliper on AUDI A3 2 (8PA) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Calipers for A3 Sportback (8PA) and other AUDI models
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- Step 1Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
- Step 2Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 3Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 4Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
- Step 5Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 6Remove the wheel.
- Step 7Clean 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 8Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
- Step 9Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
- Step 10Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 11Remove the brake hose.
- Step 12Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
- Step 13Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
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