Any tips for Changing my front brake pads

[Brando 0]

Just ordered some from my nearest VW dealer and really fancy doing it myself. Can anyone point me in the right direction?? I know roughly whats involved but some diagrams and words of wisdom would be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks,

 

Olly.

[Henny 0]

get yourself a Haynes manual for a MKII Golf... Full, detailed instructions in there, complete with Torque settings... 8)

[Brando 0]

Does that imply I need a tourque wrench?? and cheers for ur reply mate.

[Henny 0]

you don't need a torque wrench, but I'm a stickler for making sure things are tightened to the correct torque, especially on important things like brakes and wheels... ;)

[Joe M 0]

Have a look at this document:

 

http://the-corrado.net/.archive/forum/download.php?id=1539

[bristolbaron 11]

My tip.... take the wheels off first (it's much easier) :lol:

[willwoll100 0]

An impact wrench is also a very handy tool for removing those nasty seized bolts!!! Also remember to use some copper paste when refitting bolts unless instructed to use loctite (in general). A G clamp is also handy for pushing the piston back.

[stevemac 0]

You'll need a very thin spanner for seperating the caliper & carrier - can't remember the size though. The thin spanner is required for a slightly hidden bolt head - next to the rubber gaitor on the upper & lower extremes of the caliper body.

 

AFAIK - torque wrench is only needed if you're removing the caliper carrier - not necessary just to change the pads.

 

Here's a picture of the G60 setup -