How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 2.0 VW BORA
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How to change front brake discs on VW BORA – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW BORA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – VW BORA. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Hammer
Phillips screwdriver
Wheel chock
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW BORA 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 – VW BORA. Recommended sequence of steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 3
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 4
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    Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
  2. Step 5
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW BORA. Tip from AUTODOC:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 8
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    Remove the caps from the brake caliper guide pin boots. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  6. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW BORA. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  8. Step 12
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use an impact screwdriver. Use a hammer.
  10. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  11. Step 15
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    Remove the brake disc.
  12. Step 16
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
  13. Step 17
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    Clean the wheel hub. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
  14. Step 18
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  15. Step 19
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    Install a new brake disc.
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