How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 2.0 TDI Audi A4 B7 Avant
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When to replace the Brake Pads on your AUDI A4
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Copper grease
Sealant
Combination spanner #13
Combination spanner #16
Wheel impact socket #17
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Flat Screwdriver
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B7 Avant. 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 – Audi A4 B7 Avant.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  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 – Audi A4 B7 Avant. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    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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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #16.
  9. Step 9
    Remove the fastening bolts (2 pieces).
    Step 10
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper. Use a flat screwdriver.
    Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B7 Avant. 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Brake Pads on Audi A4 B7 Avant 2004 2.0 TDI by yourself
    Remove the brake pads.
    Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  12. Step 13
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B7 Avant. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 14
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake pads – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Audi A4 B7 Avant 2007 2.0 TFSI quattro Brake Pads
    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  15. Step 16
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    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 – Audi A4 B7 Avant. Tip:
    Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
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