How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 3.0 TDI quattro Audi A6 C6 Avant
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your AUDI A6
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torx bit T30
HEX bit no.H7.
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6) 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 A6 Avant (4F5, C6). Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Disconnect the brake pads wear sensor. Use a crowbar.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
  6. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). 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.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
  12. Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 16
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 17
    Remove the brake disc.
    Step 18
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  16. Step 19
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    Install the brake disc.
  17. Step 20
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 5 Nm torque.
  18. Step 21
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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 discs – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  19. Step 22
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    Install the brake caliper bracket.
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