How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 1.4 TSI VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3)
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW JETTA
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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Replacement: brake discs – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 21
HEX bit No.H7
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3) 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 4
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). 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 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3)
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 7
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 9
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). 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.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  10. Step 13
    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 15
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 16
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  12. Step 17
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    Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  13. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 19
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    Remove the brake disc.
  15. Step 20
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush.
  16. Step 21
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  17. Step 22
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    Install the brake disc.
  18. Step 23
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
  19. Step 24
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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 – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  20. Step 25
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    Install the brake caliper bracket.
  21. Step 26
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    Install the fastening bolts.
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