When to replace the Brake Discs on your VW GOLF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 GTi, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 MultiFuel, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.2 TSI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 GTi, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.4, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.4 TSI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 BiFuel, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 GTi, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.0 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.2 TSI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.6 TDI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 1.8 TSI, VW GOLF VI (5K1) Blue E-Motion, VW GOLF VI (5K1) 2.5 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for GOLF VI (5K1) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 6. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Multipurpose grease
Copper grease
XZN socket bit # 12
Drive socket # 13
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #19
Torx bit T30
Wheel impact socket #17
Tap wrench
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 6. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car VW Golf 6 in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of components. This will ensure even braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
  • When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 6. 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 discs – VW Golf 6. 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
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #19.
  9. Step 9
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – VW Golf 6. Professionals recommend:
    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 10
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    Remove the brake pads.
  11. Step 11
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use WD-40 spray.
  12. Step 12
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use XZN #12. Use a ratchet wrench. Use a tap wrench.
  13. Step 13
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  14. Step 14
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    Unscrew the brake disc fastening. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  15. Step 15
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    Remove the brake disc.
  16. Step 16
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush. Treat the contacting surface. Use a multipurpose grease.
  17. Step 17
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    Install the brake disc.
Comments – 1
  • @user_1216802
    04.12.2022 04:48
    Member
    Why use the Tap wrench when unscrewing the caliper bracket fastening in step 12? In other words, what's the use of the Tap wrench when unscrewing the caliper bracket fastening in step 12? Which experts please guide me? Thanks in advance!
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