How to carry out replacement: Brake Calipers 1.8 T Audi A4 Convertible
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When to replace the Brake Calipers on your AUDI A4
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 3.0, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 2.0, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) S4 quattro, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 3.0 quattro, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 2.5 TDI, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 2.4, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 3.0, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 2.4 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). Tools you need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #10
Combination spanner #11
Drive socket # 10
Drive socket # 11
HEX bit no.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Fluid container
Brake hose clip
Brake bleeder kit
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). AUTODOC recommends:
  • 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 A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Disconnect the ABS sensor electric socket. Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug. Use a crowbar.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
  6. Step 8
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  7. Step 9
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the brake pipe fastener. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  9. Step 11
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake hose. Use a combination spanner #11.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). Professionals recommend:
    Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.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.
  14. Step 16
    Remove the brake pads.
    Step 17
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    Clean the brake caliper surface. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  15. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake hose fastening bracket from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  16. Step 19
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
  17. Step 20
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    Treat the brake pipe. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  18. Step 21
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    Screw in the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
  19. Step 22
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    Secure the brake hose fastening bracket. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  20. Step 23
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    Install the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    If going to use the old brake pads, clean them.
  21. Step 24
    How to replace Brake Calipers on AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 2007: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 25 Nm torque.
  22. Step 25
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    Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
  23. Step 26
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    Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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