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How to change front brake pads on AUDI Coupe B3 (89, 8B) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.0, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.0 16 V, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.6, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3 quattro, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3 quattro, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.6 quattro, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.0 16 V … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.0, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.0 16 V, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.6, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3 quattro, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.3 quattro, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.6 quattro, AUDI COUPE (89, 8B) 2.0 16 V … 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 COUPE (89, 8B) and other AUDI models
Brake pad set
Alternative products

Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Anti-squeal paste
High-temperature ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI COUPE (89, 8B). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
- 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.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI COUPE (89, 8B). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.Step 2Secure the wheels with chocks.
- Step 3Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
- Step 4Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.Step 5Unscrew the wheel bolts.AUTODOC recommends:Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI COUPE (89, 8B)
- Step 6Remove the wheel.
- Step 7Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.Step 8Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 9Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
- Step 10Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.Replacement: brake pads – AUDI COUPE (89, 8B). 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 11Remove the brake pads.Replacement: brake pads – AUDI COUPE (89, 8B). AUTODOC recommends:Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
- Step 12Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
- Step 13Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
- Step 14Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
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