When to replace the Brake Calipers on your VW TRANSPORTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) VR6 3.2, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) VR6 3.2, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.5 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.5 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) VR6 3.2 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TSI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TSI 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 BiTDI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 BiTDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 TSI, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) 2.0 BiFuel, VW Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) VR6 3.2 4motion View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake caliper on VW T5 TRANSPORTER Van [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Calipers for Transporter V Van (7HA, 7HH, 7EA, 7EH) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – VW T5 Transporter. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #10
Combination spanner #14
HEX bit No.H7
Drive socket # 10
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Fluid container
Brake bleeder kit
Brake hose clip
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper – VW T5 Transporter. AUTODOC experts 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 – VW T5 Transporter. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  4. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW T5 Transporter
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 10
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  10. Step 11
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    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW T5 Transporter. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 12
    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
    Step 13
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    Loosen the brake hose fastening. Use a combination spanner #14.
  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 – VW T5 Transporter. Professionals recommend:
    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.If no new guide pins were supplied in a kit with the new brake calipers, use the old pins.
  14. Step 16
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the brake pads.
  16. Step 18
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW T5 Transporter. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  17. Step 19
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    Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW T5 Transporter. Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  18. Step 20
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    Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper. Use a combination spanner #14.
  19. Step 21
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    Install the brake pads.
  20. Step 22
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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.
  21. Step 23
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    Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
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