How to change rear brake pads on AUDI 80 B2 (81, 85) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 2.2 quattro,
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 2.2 quattro,
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 CC quattro (85Q),
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE quattro (85Q),
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 2.2 quattro (85Q),
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 2.0 quattro (85Q),
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE quattro (85Q),
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 CC quattro (85Q),
AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2) 1.8 GTE
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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 80 (81, 85, B2) and other AUDI models
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI 80 (81, 85, B2). 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 80 (81, 85, B2). 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 80 (81, 85, B2)
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 80 (81, 85, B2). 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.
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