Using torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- and piston resetting appliance -T10145-, this page covers removing PC57/C60 front brake pads — mark and refit in the same position if reusing.
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| Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- |
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| Piston resetting appliance -T 10145- |
 Note
| Mark brake pads/linings when removing if they are to be
reused. Fit in same position when installing, or braking will be
uneven. |
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Disconnect connector for brake pad wear indicator. |
| The brake pad wear indicator is installed on front right. |
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Unscrew both securing bolts from brake caliper,
counterholding on guide pin. |
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Apply a thin coat of lithium grease G 052150 A2 to brake pad
guide surfaces on brake carrier. |
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Place brake pads -1- together
with retaining springs -2- in
recess of brake carrier -3-. |
Note
| After fitting brake pads, check that all retaining springs
-2- are properly seated
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Carefully place brake caliper on brake carrier. |
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Secure brake caliper to brake carrier with new self-locking
bolts, counterholding on guide pin. |
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Connect brake pad wear indicator connector. |
| → Chapter „Assembly overview - front brakes PC57 and C60“ |
| Wheel bolts
→ Running gear, axles, steering; Rep. gr.44. |
Note
| After every brake pad change, depress brake pedal firmly
several times with vehicle stationary, so that brake pads are
properly seated in their normal operating position. |
| Check brake fluid level after changing brake pads. |
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Questions & answers
Removing and installing brake pads, front brakes PC57 and C60 — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I replace Golf Mk7 PC57/C60 front brake pads?
Same principle as FS III but the caliper is larger and heavier. Use the correct reset tool for the larger piston. New pads need bedding in over 200–300 km.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
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