How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 1.2 TDI 3L VW Lupo 6x1
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How to change front brake discs on VW Lupo 6X1 – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW LUPO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.0, VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.4 16V, VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.7 SDI, VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.4 16V, VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.6 GTI, VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.4 FSI, VW Lupo (6X1, 6E1) 1.4 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs on VW LUPO 6x1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Published on: 19/01/2022
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Replacement: brake discs – VW Lupo 6X1. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H6
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 Lupo 6X1 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 Lupo 6X1. Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Lupo 6X1. AUTODOC recommends:
    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.
  4. 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 Lupo 6X1
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  8. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Lupo 6X1. 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.
  10. Step 11
    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Step 12
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    Remove the brake disc.
  11. Step 13
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush.
  12. Step 14
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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 Lupo 6X1. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 15
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    Treat the hub where it contacts the brake disk. Use copper grease.
  14. Step 16
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    Install the brake disc.
  15. Step 17
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  17. Step 19
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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