How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 1.6 VW POLO Box (6NF)
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When to replace the Brake Pads on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: brake pads – VW POLO Box (6NF). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H6
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – VW POLO Box (6NF). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • 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 – VW POLO Box (6NF) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the hood. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW POLO Box (6NF)
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  5. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use HEX No.H6. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW POLO Box (6NF). 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.
  8. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – VW POLO Box (6NF). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW POLO Box (6NF). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  10. Step 13
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – VW POLO Box (6NF). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 14
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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