How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 2.5 TDI VW T4 Platform
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How to change front brake discs on VW Transporter T4 Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL, 7D) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW TRANSPORTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.8 VR6, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.8, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 TDI Syncro, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.4 D, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5 Syncro, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 2.5, VW Transporter IV Platform / Chassis (70E, 70L, 70M, 7DE, 7DL) 1.9 TD … View more

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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Drive socket # 21
HEX bit No.H6.
HEX bit No.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Rubber mallet
Impact screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD) 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 TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD) – 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.
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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.
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    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.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 16
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    Clean the brake disk surface. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  15. Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use an impact screwdriver.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER IV Platform/Chassis (70XD). AUTODOC recommends:
    If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
  16. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc.
  17. Step 19
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  18. Step 20
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    Install the brake disc.
  19. Step 21
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 9 Nm torque.
  20. Step 22
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    Clean the mounting seats of the caliper and its bracket. Use a wire brush.
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