How to carry out replacement: Brake Calipers 1.2 TSI VW Beetle 5c
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When to replace the Brake Calipers on your VW BEETLE
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 1.2 TSI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.0 TFSI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 1.4 TSI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 1.6 TDI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.5, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.0 TSI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 1.4 TSI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 2.0 TSI, VW Beetle Hatchback (5C1, 5C2) 1.2 TSI 16V … View more

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Replacement: brake caliper – VW BEETLE (5C1). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #11
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 11
Drive socket # 13
HEX bit no.H7.
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Fluid container
Brake bleeder kit
Brake hose clip
Crow bar
Rubber mallet
Water pump pliers
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake caliper – VW BEETLE (5C1). Professionals recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right brake calipers on the same axle.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake caliper – VW BEETLE (5C1). Use the following procedure:
  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 #17.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW BEETLE (5C1). AUTODOC recommends:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Loosen the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake hose. Use a combination spanner #11.
  7. Step 9
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    Loosen the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
  8. Step 10
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  9. Step 11
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  10. Step 12
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake hose. Use a combination spanner #11.
    Step 13
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    Remove the brake hose retaining clip. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 14
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    Remove the retaining clip of the parking brake cable. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 15
    Press the parking brake actuator lever on the brake caliper.
    Step 16
    Disconnect the parking brake cable from the caliper. Use water pump pliers.
    Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13.
  13. Step 18
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW BEETLE (5C1). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    When replacing the brake caliper, it is recommended to check the brake hose for damages and, if necessary, to replace it with a new one. When replacing a brake caliper it is recommended to replace brake pads, check the state of the brake discs and replace them with new ones if necessary.If no new guide pins were supplied in a kit with the new brake calipers, use the old pins.
  14. Step 19
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
  15. Step 20
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it.
  16. Step 21
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    Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
  17. Step 22
    Install the parking brake cable into the brake caliper bracket. Use water pump pliers.
    Step 23
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    Secure the parking brake cable with the retaining clip.
  18. Step 24
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    Unscrew the brake hose plug. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  19. Step 25
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    Treat the brake pipe. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – VW BEETLE (5C1). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  20. Step 26
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    Screw in the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
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