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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Sharan VAN (7M) 1.9 TDI (7M9), VW Sharan VAN (7M) 1.9 TDI (7M6, 7M9), VW Sharan VAN (7M) 1.9 TDI (7M8), VW Sharan VAN (7M) 1.9 TDI (7M8, 7M9), VW Sharan VAN (7M) 2.0 (7M8, 7M9) … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for Sharan VAN (7M) and other VW models

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Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Combination spanner #13
                    
                      Combination spanner #15
                    
                      Drive socket # 13 
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Copper grease 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #17
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). 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 Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). 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.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M)
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
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

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

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

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Tip from AUTODOC:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). 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.
Step 12

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). AUTODOC experts recommend:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 13

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 15

Treat the back side of the new brake pads. Treat the brake caliper bracket where it contacts the brake pads. Use anti-squeal paste.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Tip:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 16

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 17

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 18

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.

AUTODOC recommends:
VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M) – Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until it feels firm.
Step 19

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 20

Treat the contacting surface. Use copper grease.
Step 21

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Professionals recommend:
To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 22

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
Step 23

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 120 Nm torque.
Step 24

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.
Step 25

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – VW Sharan Kastenwagen (7M). Tip from AUTODOC:
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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