2.7t rear brake ?'s
#1
11-11-2008, 03:46 PM
2.7t rear brake ?'s
I have to change my rear brakes. i am going to doing it myself and had a couple questions.
do i absolutely have to change my rotors when i change my pads? i was thinking of turning them if they will stay in spec. can i do this?
how do i know how big my rotors are if i have to change them? there are 4 different rotors that the parts store has and want to get the tools and parts before i start the job.
what is the VAG code to run the pump? i have the VAG on my laptop and wanted to bleed my brakes after.
should i go with semi metalic or ceramic?
i plan on getting a new car at the end of 09 and drive 7kish miles a year. i am trying to this on a budget....arent we all.
any help would be appreciated. thanks
Thetryal
do i absolutely have to change my rotors when i change my pads? i was thinking of turning them if they will stay in spec. can i do this?
how do i know how big my rotors are if i have to change them? there are 4 different rotors that the parts store has and want to get the tools and parts before i start the job.
what is the VAG code to run the pump? i have the VAG on my laptop and wanted to bleed my brakes after.
should i go with semi metalic or ceramic?
i plan on getting a new car at the end of 09 and drive 7kish miles a year. i am trying to this on a budget....arent we all.
any help would be appreciated. thanks
Thetryal
#2
11-11-2008, 03:59 PM
Search for rear brakes on this forum as there are countless number of related posts.
Hoe many times you've done brakes?
On German cars?
DO NOT START W/O PROPER TOOL TO GET THE PISTONS IN.
Bleading could be done playing with battery - on -off
(Brake expenses are the least on an Audi).
The rotor min thickness - 8mm
Rotor sizes are 2 - depending on the hub - ask your dealer for the building code -N5 or N6.
Hoe many times you've done brakes?
On German cars?
DO NOT START W/O PROPER TOOL TO GET THE PISTONS IN.
Bleading could be done playing with battery - on -off
(Brake expenses are the least on an Audi).
The rotor min thickness - 8mm
Rotor sizes are 2 - depending on the hub - ask your dealer for the building code -N5 or N6.
#4
11-12-2008, 11:03 AM
Dealer could provide the info by the VIN.
look at
http://www.autopartsway.ca/autoparts...1660~241660~30
If you by parts locally you could return them always.
Disconnect and reconnect the battery.
(some models have issues after disconnecting the battery)
As per general ABS requirements one should disconnect the battery, pump 30 times the brake pedal (to release the pressure) and proceed with replacement.
On my 2003 2.7 I figured out that ABS modile is closed with battery disconected,
Connecting the battery allowed me to push the pistons in.
Hope this helps.
look at
http://www.autopartsway.ca/autoparts...1660~241660~30
If you by parts locally you could return them always.
Disconnect and reconnect the battery.
(some models have issues after disconnecting the battery)
As per general ABS requirements one should disconnect the battery, pump 30 times the brake pedal (to release the pressure) and proceed with replacement.
On my 2003 2.7 I figured out that ABS modile is closed with battery disconected,
Connecting the battery allowed me to push the pistons in.
Hope this helps.
#5
11-13-2008, 07:53 AM
You should not need to bleed the brakes. Forget about it!
Got Autozone? Borrow the rear caliper tool! It's within your budget!
WHen in doubt, get one of each and plan on returning the unused items.
Yes, you can turn your rear rotors as long as there is sufficient material.
Go cheapest possible on the rear brakes. They won't wear out before you trade in or sell the car.
This is an easy job. Good luck!
Bob
Got Autozone? Borrow the rear caliper tool! It's within your budget!
WHen in doubt, get one of each and plan on returning the unused items.
Yes, you can turn your rear rotors as long as there is sufficient material.
Go cheapest possible on the rear brakes. They won't wear out before you trade in or sell the car.
This is an easy job. Good luck!
Bob
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