When to replace the Brake Pads on your VW JETTA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.2 TSI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6 TDI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.0 TDI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.4 TSI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.0 TFSI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.5, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.0 TDI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.0, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.4 TSI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.4 TSI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.4 TSI Hybrid, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 2.0 TSI, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.2 TSI 16V, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6, VW Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) 1.6 MPi 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 Jetta IV (162, 163, AV3, AV2) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: brake pads – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). Tools you'll need:
Combination spanner #12
Combination spanner #19
Torque wrench
Copper grease
Wire brush
Anti-squeal paste
Brake cleaner
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake pads – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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 JETTA IV (162, 163). Recommended sequence of 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
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
    Disconnect the ABS sensor electric socket. Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor plug. Remove the ABS sensor connector. Remove the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
    Please note!
    Some cars are not equipped with the brake pad wear sensor.
    Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #12. Use a combination spanner #19. Retain the guide pin with another spanner.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). 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.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  11. Step 12
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    Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – VW JETTA IV (162, 163). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  12. Step 13
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
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