How to carry out replacement: Brake Calipers 2.5 TDI VW T4 Transporter
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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 IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.4 D Syncro, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5 Syncro, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 1.8, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 1.9 D, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 1.9 TD, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.4 D, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.0, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5 TDI Syncro, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5 Syncro, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.8 VR 6, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.4 D, VW Transporter IV Minibus (70B, 70C, 7DB, 7DK, 70J, 70K, 7DC, 7DJ) 2.8 VR6 … View more

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How to change brake caliper on VW T4 TRANSPORTER [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – VW Transporter T4. Tools you need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #10
Combination spanner #11
Flare nut spanner №11
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake caliper – VW Transporter T4. 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 Transporter T4. Use the following procedure:
  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
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
    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 – VW Transporter T4. 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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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a flat screwdriver.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
  7. Step 9
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    Disconnect the brake hose bracket from the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #10.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a flare nut spanner #11.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW Transporter T4. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Immediately plug the brake line open end to prevent fluid leakage and ingress of dirt into the hydraulic system.
  9. Step 11
    Spread the brake pads. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Step 12
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW Transporter T4. 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.
  11. Step 14
    Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.
    Step 15
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    Remove the brake pads.
  12. Step 16
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    Install the brake pads.
  13. Step 17
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it.
  14. Step 18
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    Screw in the guide pins. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW Transporter T4. Tip from AUTODOC:
    If no new guide pins were supplied in a kit with the new brake calipers, use the old pins.
  15. Step 19
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    Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
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