When to replace the Brake Pads on your VW TRANSPORTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 Transporter VI Minibus (SGB, SGG, SGJ) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Anti-squeal paste
Brake caliper guide pins grease
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
HEX bit No.H7
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ). 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.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
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  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the dust boot caps of the brake caliper guide pins. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 9
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
    Remove the brake caliper guide pins.
    Step 12
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ). 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.
  10. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ). Professionals recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  11. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
  12. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
  13. Step 16
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  14. Step 17
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    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 – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
  15. Step 18
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    Install new brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW TRANSPORTER VI Bus (SGB, SGG, SGJ). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
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