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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 3.6 R36 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 3.2 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.6 FSI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.9 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.6, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 BlueTDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.4 TSI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 4motion … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on VW PASSAT B6 (3C5) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Passat Variant (3C5) and other VW models

Brake Pad Set, disc brake

      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 3.2 FSI 4motion
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.6
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.4 TSI
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 BlueTDI
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 2.0 TDI
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.8 TSI
    
      VW Passat Variant (3C5) 1.6 FSI

Replacement: brake pads – Passat Variant B6. List of the tools you'll need:

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

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Replacement: brake pads – VW Passat 3C5. AUTODOC recommends:

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 – Passat B6 3C Variant.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

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.

AUTODOC recommends:

Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Passat Variant B6
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Put the parking brake system into service mode.
Step 8

Clean the parking brake connector.Use a wire brush.Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 9

Unplug the parking brake connector.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use a combination spanner #15.Use a drive socket #13.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Passat 3C5. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

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.Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Passat B6 3C Variant. Tip from AUTODOC:

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

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

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Passat 3C5. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14

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 – VW Passat 3C B6 Variant. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 15

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Passat Variant B6. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 16

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Passat B6 3C Variant. AUTODOC recommends:

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

Press in the brake caliper piston.Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 18

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 19

Plug in the parking brake connector.
Step 20

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 21

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 22

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. VW Passat 3C5
Step 23

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 24

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 25

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Replacement: brake pads – Passat Variant B6. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 26

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Passat B6 3C Variant. Professionals recommend:

Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 27

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Passat 3C5. Tip:

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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