How to change front brake pads on VW Jetta Mk7 Saloon (BU3) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Jetta Mk7 Saloon (BU3) 1.4 TSI,
VW Jetta Mk7 Saloon (BU3) 250 TSI Total Flex,
VW Jetta Mk7 Saloon (BU3) 350 TSI,
VW Jetta Mk7 Saloon (BU3) 2.0 GLI
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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 Jetta Mk7 Saloon (BU3) and other VW models
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 11
Remove the brake pads.
Replacement: brake pads – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). Tip from AUTODOC:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12
Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13
Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Replacement: brake pads – VW Jetta Mk7 Limousine (BU3). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14
Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 15
Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.
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