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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
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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 A8 (4E2, 4E8) and other AUDI models

Brake pad set

Brake pad set for A8 D3 (4E2, 4E8) Petrol (210 hp)

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). 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 A8 (4E_). 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 A8 (4E_). Take the following 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.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). Tip:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 7

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 8

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). 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 9

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 10

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 11

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). Tip:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 12

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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 A8 (4E_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 14

Install new brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 15

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 16

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 17

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. AUDI A8 (4E_)
Step 19

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 20

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 21

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 22

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

AUTODOC recommends:
AUDI A8 (4E_) – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 23

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – AUDI A8 (4E_). AUTODOC experts 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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