17" (1KF) Caliper

Brake Caliper

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Torque wrench (VAG 1332)

• Socket XZN 16 (T10198)

• Brake pedal actuator (VAG 1869/2)

Removing

Work procedure applies only for replacing or when performing subsequent service work on brake caliper.

- Remove wheels and tires.

- Connect bleeder hose of bleeder bottle to bleeder valve of brake caliper and then open bleeder valve.

- Insert brake pedal depressor (VAG 1869/2).

- Close bleeder valve and remove bleeder bottle.

- Remove brake line from brake caliper.

- Remove brake pads. Refer to --> [ Brake Pads ] Brake Pads.

- Remove wheel speed sensor wire out of bracket at brake caliper.

- Remove brake caliper from wheel bearing housing.

Installing

- Install brake caliper onto wheel bearing housing.

- Install brake pads. Refer to --> [ Brake Pads ] Brake Pads.

- Install brake line on brake caliper.

- Install wheel speed sensor wire into bracket at brake caliper.

- Remove brake pedal loading device (VAG 1869/2).

- Bleed the brake system. Refer to --> [ Brake System Bleeding General Information ] Brake System Bleeding General Information.

- Install wheels and tires.

Tightening specification for wheel bolts.

• Before moving vehicle, press brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.

• Check brake fluid level.