Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km

Important!

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) 1.4 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.

How to change rear brake discs on VW TOURAN 1t3 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. List of the tools you'll need:

                      XZN socket bit # 14 
                    
                      Torx bit T30
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Rubber mallet
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Wire brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the brake disks on the car VW Touran 1T3 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 Touran 1T3 – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 4

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. AUTODOC experts recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Disconnect the ABS sensor electric socket. Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug. Remove the ABS sensor connector. Remove the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.

Please note!
Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 8

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Treat the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 10

Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use XZN #14.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper together with its bracket.

Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. Tip from AUTODOC:
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.
Step 12

Unscrew the brake disc mounting bolts and remove it. Use Torx T30.

Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
If necessary, use a rubber mallet.
Step 13

Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 14

Remove anti-corrosion grease from the new brake disk. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

Install the brake disc.
Step 16

Tighten the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 4 Nm torque.
Step 17

Clean the mounting seats of the caliper and its bracket. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.

Step 18

Install the brake caliper together with its bracket.
Step 19

Tighten the brake caliper bracket. Use XZN #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 90 Nm torque.
Step 20

Connect the ABS sensor electric socket. Connect the brake pad wear sensor plug.

AUTODOC recommends:
VW Touran 1T3 – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.
Step 21

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 22

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. Professionals recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 23

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 24

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 25

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake discs – VW Touran 1T3. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 26

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

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