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How to change rear brake caliper on VW TOURAN (1T3) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.2 TSI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.6 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.6 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.4 TSI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.4 TSI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.2 TSI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.6 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.6 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.4 TSI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW TOURAN (1T3) 2.0 TDI, VW TOURAN (1T3) 1.4 TSI … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Calipers for TOURAN (1T3) and other VW models
Brake caliper
Alternative products

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
Replacement: brake caliper – VW TOURAN (1T3). 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 TOURAN (1T3). 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 rear of the car and secure on supports.Step 5Unscrew the wheel bolts.Replacement: brake caliper – VW TOURAN (1T3). AUTODOC recommends:To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
- Step 6Remove the wheel.
- Step 7Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
- Step 8Loosen the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake hose. Use a combination spanner #11.
- Step 9Loosen the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
- Step 10Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
- Step 11Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
- Step 12Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake hose. Use a combination spanner #11.Step 13Remove the brake hose retaining clip. Use a crowbar.
- Step 14Remove the retaining clip of the parking brake cable. Use a crowbar.
- Step 15Press the parking brake actuator lever on the brake caliper.Step 16Disconnect the parking brake cable from the caliper. Use water pump pliers.Step 17Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13.
- Step 18Remove the brake caliper.Replacement: brake caliper – VW TOURAN (1T3). 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.
- Step 19Unscrew the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
- Step 20Install the brake caliper and fix it.
- Step 21Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
- Step 22Install the parking brake cable into the brake caliper bracket. Use water pump pliers.Step 23Secure the parking brake cable with the retaining clip.
- Step 24Unscrew the brake hose plug. Use HEX No.H7. Use a ratchet wrench.
- Step 25Treat the brake pipe. Use a brake cleaner.Replacement: brake caliper – VW TOURAN (1T3). Tip:After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
- Step 26Screw in the fastener connecting the brake pipe to the brake caliper. Use a combination spanner #11.
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