Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A5 Coupe (8T3) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A4 Saloon (8K2, B8) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI Q5 (8RB) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A5 Convertible (8F7) 2.0 TFSI quattro, AUDI A4 Allroad (8KH, B8) 2.0 TFSI quattro

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on AUDI A4 B8 Saloon [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. Tools you might need:

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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for A4 Saloon (8K2, B8) and other AUDI models

 
    AUDI Q5 (8RB) 2.0 TFSI quattro
  
    AUDI A4 Saloon (8K2, B8) 2.0 TFSI quattro
  
    AUDI A4 Allroad (8KH, B8) 2.0 TFSI quattro
  
    AUDI A5 Convertible (8F7) 2.0 TFSI quattro
  
    AUDI A5 Coupe (8T3) 2.0 TFSI quattro

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. 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.
Warning! Shut down the engine before starting any work – Audi A4 B8.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

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

Put the parking brake system into service mode.
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.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Audi A4 B8
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 #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. AUTODOC recommends:

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 12

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. Tip from AUTODOC:

Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 13

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14

Press in the brake caliper piston.Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 15

Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.
Step 16

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

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. Tip:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

Install the retaining springs of the brake pads.
Step 18

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 B8. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 19

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. Professionals recommend:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 20

Install the brake caliper and fix it.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 21

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

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 23

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. AUTODOC recommends:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 24

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 25

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 26

Remove the jacks and chocks.
Step 27

Deactivate the service mode of the parking brake system.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 28

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:

Audi A4 B8 – Press the brake pedal several times with the engine shut down until you feel the resistance built up.
Step 29

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B8. AUTODOC recommends:

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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