How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 3.0 TDI quattro Audi A6 C6 Avant
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When to replace the Brake Pads on your AUDI A6
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Combination spanner #15
Drive socket # 13
Brake caliper wind back tool
Wheel impact socket #17
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). 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 A6 Avant (4F5, C6). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  4. Step 4
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  5. Step 6
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 7
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). 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.
  8. Step 9
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  9. Step 10
    Changing of Brake Pads on Audi A6 C6 Avant 2006 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  10. Step 11
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A6 Avant (4F5, C6). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  11. Step 12
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  12. Step 13
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    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 A6 Avant (4F5, C6). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
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