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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 1.9 TDI, VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 1.8 T 20V, VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 2.0 TDI, VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 1.9 TDI, VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 1.9 TDI, VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 2.0 TDI, VW SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) 2.0 LPG … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake pads on VW SHARAN 1 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for SHARAN (7M8, 7M9, 7M6) and other VW models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. Tools you might need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      Electronic spray
                    
                      All-purpose cleaning spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Ceramic grease
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Combination spanner #15
                    
                      Drive socket # 13
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #19
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. 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.
Please note: all work on the car – VW Sharan 1 – should be done with the engine switched off.

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 #19.
Step 4

Raise the car.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. Tip from AUTODOC:
If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Sharan 1
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake pad wear sensor plug. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use all-purpose cleaning spray.
Step 8

Detach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 9

Clean the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 10

Detach the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 11

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 12

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

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 14

Remove the brake caliper. Use a crowbar.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. Tip from AUTODOC:
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.
Step 15

Remove the brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 16

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 17

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

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

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 19

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 Sharan 1. Professionals recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 20

Install new brake pads.
Step 21

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 22

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 23

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 24

Treat the brake pad wear sensor plug. Use dielectric grease.
Step 25

Attach the connector of the brake pad wear sensor.
Step 26

Install the brake caliper retaining spring. Use a crowbar.
Step 27

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush.
Step 28

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 29

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 30

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. VW Sharan 1
Step 31

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19.
Step 32

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #19. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 170 Nm torque.
Step 33

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan 1. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and refill if necessary.
Step 34

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

AUTODOC recommends:
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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