How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 1.6 TDI VW Golf Mk7
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2.0 TDI, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 1.4 TSI, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 2.0 GTI, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 1.6, VW Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) 1.0 TSI Flexfuel … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake discs on VW GOLF 7 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for Golf VII Hatchback (5G1, BQ1, BE1, BE2) and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 7. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 13
Torx bit T30
XZN socket bit #14
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Rubber mallet
Impact screwdriver
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW Golf 7 in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW Golf 7 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. Step 4
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 7. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  4. 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 Golf 7
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 7. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  7. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #17.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 7. 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.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use XZN #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  14. Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  15. Step 16
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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 discs – VW Golf 7. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  16. Step 17
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    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 18
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  18. Step 19
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  19. Step 20
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    Remove the brake disc. Use a rubber mallet.
  20. Step 21
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  21. Step 22
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  22. Step 23
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    Install the brake disc.
  23. Step 24
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    Install the fastening bolt.
  24. Step 25
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 8 Nm torque.
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