How to carry out replacement: Brake Calipers 1.9 TDI Seat Altea XL
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How to change front brake caliper on SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Calipers on your SEAT ALTEA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 FSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 16V, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.8 TFSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.4 TSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.4 16V, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 Multifuel, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.2 TSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.9 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 LPG, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.6 TDI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TDI 16V 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 1.9 TDI 4x4, SEAT Altea XL (5P5, 5P8) 2.0 TFSI … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). 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
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Replacement: brake caliper – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). 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 – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). Take the following steps:
  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
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. 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 – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  7. Step 8
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  8. Step 9
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #11. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake hose.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). 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.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  15. Step 16
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    Install the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake caliper – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    If going to use the old brake pads, clean them.Use a wire brush.
  16. Step 17
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    Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
  17. Step 18
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  18. Step 19
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
  20. Step 21
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    Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – SEAT ALTEA XL (5P5, 5P8). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  21. Step 22
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    Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper.
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