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Old 05-30-2004, 12:45 PM
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Default Replacing Brake Pads

I need to replace my brake pads and have never done it before. Does anyone have any helpful hints or directions for me.
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Default It's pretty straight forward really

don't forget to put on some anti squeal compound on the back of the bads.
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get "the tool" for the rear pistons before you begin
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Default Definitely go to your local auto parts store and see if you can rent a caliper tool set.

Should cost you no more than $5 or $6. Makes life a lot simpler. Also print out the tech article on the pad swap. It's really easy.<ul><li><a href="https://www.audiworld.com/tech/wheel2.shtml">Pad swap.</a></li></ul>
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Default and use the bleed valve...

as you push the piston back in, your seals in your master will love you if you don't shove the fluid back past them.
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