Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.6 E-Power, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 FSI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.6, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI 16V, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 3.2 V6 quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.6 FSI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TFSI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI 16V quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.8 TFSI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.4 TFSI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.8 TFSI quattro, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.6 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 2.0 TDI, AUDI A3 Hatchback (8P1) 1.2 TSI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for A3 Hatchback (8P1) and other AUDI models

Brake pad set

        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Petrol/Ethanol (102 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Petrol (150 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Petrol (102 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Diesel (140 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Diesel (105 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Diesel (136 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Petrol (250 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Petrol (115 hp)
      
        Brake pad set for A3 Hatchback (8P1) Petrol (200 hp)

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Nylon cleaning brush
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        HEX bit No.H7
                      
                        Torx bit T27
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). AUTODOC recommends:

Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
Please note: all work on the car – AUDI A3 (8P1) – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the hood.

Step 2

Clean the brake fluid reservoir cap. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 3

Unscrew the engine solenoid valve bracket. Use Torx T27. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 4

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 5

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 6

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 7

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 8

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI A3 (8P1)
Step 9

Remove the wheel.
Step 10

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
Step 12

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 13

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 14

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 15

Remove the brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 16

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 19

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 20

Install new brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 21

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use HEX No.H7. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 30 Nm torque.
Step 22

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 23

Install the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 24

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 25

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 26

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 27

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 28

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 29

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). Tip from AUTODOC:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 30

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 31

Install the engine solenoid valve bracket. Use Torx T27. Use a ratchet wrench.

Step 32

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A3 (8P1). AUTODOC recommends:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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