How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 2.0 TDI Passat B6 Variant
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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 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.

How to change rear brake discs / rear brake rotors on VW PASSAT B6 (3C5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: brake discs – Passat 3C5. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
All-purpose cleaning spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
XZN socket bit # 16
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Tap wrench
Impact screwdriver
Rubber mallet
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – VW Passat B6 3C Variant. AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW Passat 3C B6 Variant 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.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – Passat Variant B6. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Passat 3C5. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Put the parking brake system into service mode.
  8. Step 8
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    Clean the parking brake connector. Use a wire brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
  9. Step 9
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    Unplug the parking brake connector.
  10. Step 10
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Passat B6 3C Variant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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.
  12. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the hub bearing protection cap. Use a crowbar. Use a hammer.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with wheel hub caps.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the hub bearing mounting. Use XZN #16. Use a tap wrench.
  15. Step 15
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use an impact screwdriver.
  16. Step 16
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    Remove the brake disc.
  17. Step 17
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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 Passat Variant B6. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  18. Step 18
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  19. Step 19
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    Install the brake disc.
  20. Step 20
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    Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
Comments – 2
  • S. S.
    28.07.2024 04:47
    Member
    Steps 13 and 14 on this video are incorrect and should be fixed immediately as there is no need to touch the wheel bearing at all.
    The M14 Torx bolt is behind the disc pad assembly and is visible after removing the piston assembly.
    • Jessica_L
      29.07.2024 07:27
      S. S.
      Moderator
      Starting from 3:56 minutes of the video, you can see the mechanic removing the bearing to remove the disc.
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