Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI 200 (43) 2.1 5E, AUDI 200 (43) 2.1 5T … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for 200 (43) and other AUDI models

Brake pad set

Brake pad set for AUDI 200 (43) 2.1 5E Petrol (136 hp)

Simple DIY car repair steps – Replacing Brake pad set on AUDI 200 (43) 2.1 5T

Brake pad set for AUDI 200 (43) 2.1 5T Petrol (170 hp)

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). List of the tools you'll need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner 
                      
                        Copper grease 
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        High-temperature ceramic grease
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Combination spanner #13
                      
                        Combination spanner #15
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). Tip from AUTODOC:

Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). Recommended sequence of steps:

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.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. AUDI 200 (43)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a combination spanner #13.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 11

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12

Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 13

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 14

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 15

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). AUTODOC experts recommend:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 16

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 17.1

Install the brake caliper and fix it.

Step 17.2

Use a combination spanner #15. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 18

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use high-temperature ceramic grease.
Step 19

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 21

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 22

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 nm torque.

Step 23

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 24

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 200 (43). Tip:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.

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