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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.6, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.0, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 3.0, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.4, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.5 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.5 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 3.0 quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.9 TDI quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.0 FSI, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.5 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 2.4, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.8 T quattro, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 1.9 TDI, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 3.0, AUDI A4 Avant (8E5, B6) 3.0 quattro … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads / rear brake pad set on AUDI A4 B6 (8E5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. Tools you need:

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

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Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. AUTODOC experts recommend:

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 A4 B6 Avant. Use the following procedure:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 3

Secure the wheels with chocks.
Step 4

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 5

Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
Step 6

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. AUTODOC recommends:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 7

Remove the wheel.
Step 8

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. 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. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 12

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 14

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

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. Professionals recommend:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

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 A4 B6 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 16

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 17

Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 18

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 19

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Audi A4 B6 Avant
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 a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 23

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 24

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
Audi A4 B6 Avant – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 25

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B6 Avant. Professionals recommend:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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