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How to change front brake caliper on VW Transporter VI Platform / Chassis (SFD, SFE, SFL, SFZ) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Calipers for Transporter VI Platform / Chassis (SFD, SFE, SFL, SFZ) and other VW models
Alternative products
Brake caliper
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Brake caliper guide pins grease
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Flare nut spanner №11
Combination spanner #14
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Brake bleeder kit
Brake hose clip
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper – VW TRANSPORTER VI Platform/Chassis (SFD, SFE, SFL, SFZ). 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 VI Platform/Chassis (SFD, SFE, SFL, SFZ). Recommended sequence of steps:
- Step 1Open 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 #19. - Step 4Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW TRANSPORTER VI Platform/Chassis (SFD, SFE, SFL, SFZ) - Step 6
Remove the wheel. - Step 7
Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar. - Step 8
Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp. - Step 9
Loosen the brake hose fastening. Use a combination spanner #14. - Step 10
Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar. - Step 11
Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar. - Step 12
Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench. - Step 13Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.Step 14
Remove the brake caliper.Replacement: brake caliper – VW TRANSPORTER VI Platform/Chassis (SFD, SFE, SFL, SFZ). 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. - Step 15
Remove the brake pads. - Step 16
Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #14. - Step 17
Treat the brake hose. Use a brake cleaner. - Step 18
Install and fix the brake hose into a new caliper. - Step 19
Install the brake pads. - Step 20
Install the brake caliper and fix it. - Step 21
Clean the brake caliper guide pins. Use the brake caliper guide pin grease. - Step 22Screw in the guide pins.Step 23
Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 nm torque.
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