How to change front brake discs on Audi 80 B4 – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 1.6 E,
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 2.0 E,
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 2.3 E,
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 2.0 E 16V quattro,
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 2.0 E quattro,
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 2.3 E quattro,
AUDI 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) 2.0 E 16V
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
How to change front brake discs and front brake pads on AUDI 80 B4 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC
All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for 80 Saloon (8C2, B4) and other AUDI models
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Replace the brake disks on the car Audi 80 B4 in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. Recommended sequence of steps:
Step 1
Open 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 #17.
Step 4
Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5
Unscrew the wheel bolts.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Audi 80 B4
Step 6
Remove the wheel.
Step 7
Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 8
Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9
Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10
Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.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.
Step 11
Remove the brake pads.
Step 12
Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 13
Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
Step 14
Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 15
Remove the brake disc.
Step 16
Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 17
Install the brake disc.
Step 18
Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 19
Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 20
Tighten the brake caliper bracket. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 125 Nm torque.
Step 21
Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22
Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 23
Install the brake pads.
Step 24.1
Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 24.2
Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 25
Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
Step 26
Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 27
Install the wheel.
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. Professionals recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 28
Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 29
Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 nm torque.
Step 30
Remove the jacks and chocks.
AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 31
Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.
Replacement: brake discs – Audi 80 B4. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
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