How to carry out replacement: Brake Discs 2.5 TDI VW Transporter T5
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How to change rear brake discs on VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW TRANSPORTER
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) VR6 3.2, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 3.2 V6 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDi, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 CNG … View more

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Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 21
Drive socket # 22
XZN bit #10
Wheel impact socket #19
Ratchet wrench
Impact screwdriver
Tap wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF) 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 TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
  2. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    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 TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF)
  3. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 7
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    Detach the ABS sensor connector.
  5. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #22. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    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.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the brake pads.
  10. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 14
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  12. Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  13. Step 16
    Clean the brake disc fastener. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    Step 17
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use XZN #10. Use an impact screwdriver.
  14. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc.
  15. Step 19
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
  16. Step 20
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    Install the brake disc.
  17. Step 21
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    Screw in the brake disc fastener. Use XZN #10. Use a ratchet wrench.
  18. Step 22
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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 TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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