Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A4 Saloon (8EC, B7) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Saloon (8EC, B7) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T quattro

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs and front brake pads on AUDI A4 B6 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) and other AUDI models

Brake Pad Set, disc brake

      AUDI A4 Saloon (8EC, B7) 1.8 T
    
      AUDI A4 Saloon (8EC, B7) 1.8 T quattro
    
      AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 1.8 T
    
      AUDI A4 Avant (8ED, B7) 1.8 T quattro
    
      AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T
    
      AUDI A4 Saloon (8E2, B6) 1.8 T quattro
    
      AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 1.8 T quattro
    
      AUDI A4 Convertible (8H7, B6, 8HE, B7) 1.8 T
    
      AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tools you might need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        HEX bit No.H7.
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Flat Screwdriver
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Pliers 
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tip from AUTODOC:

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 A4 B6 – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Audi A4 B6
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring.Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 8

Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a flat screwdriver.
Step 9

Disconnect the wiring from the brake pad wear indicator.
Step 10

Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug.Use a flat screwdriver.

Please note!

Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 11

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.

Step 12

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.
Step 13

Use HEX No.H7.Use a ratchet wrench.

Step 14

Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.

Step 15

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tip:

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 16

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 17

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

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tip from AUTODOC:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.

Step 19

Press in the brake caliper piston.Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 20

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 A4 B6. Tip:

Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 21

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. AUTODOC recommends:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 22

Install the brake caliper and fix it.Use HEX No.H7.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 23

Connect the brake pad wear sensor plug.
Step 24

Install the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 25

Install the brake caliper retaining spring. Use pliers.
Step 26

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 27

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 28

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Audi A4 B6
Step 29

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 30

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 31

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tip from AUTODOC:

Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 32

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 33

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

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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