When to replace the Brake Pads on your VW CORRADO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW CORRADO (53I) 2.9 VR6, VW CORRADO (53I) 1.8 G60 View more

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 CORRADO (53I) and other VW models
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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – VW CORRADO (53I). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Multipurpose grease
Anti-squeal paste
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #19
Drive socket # 13
Wheel impact socket #17
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – VW CORRADO (53I). 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 – VW CORRADO (53I). Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
    Step 2
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  3. 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 – VW CORRADO (53I). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #19.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW CORRADO (53I). 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.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW CORRADO (53I). Tip from AUTODOC:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  9. Step 11
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – VW CORRADO (53I). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  10. Step 12
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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