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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 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.AUTODOC recommends: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.
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