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How to Replace the Brake Pads on the Audi Q3

Model: Audi Q3 8U - Years: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Part: Brake pads

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Secure the Audi Q3 on jack stands, loosen the wheel bolts, and remove the front wheel. Work on the caliper by releasing the springs/clips, unscrewing the guide pins, and lifting the caliper without stretching the hose: support it with a hook.

Remove the worn pads, clean the seat and caliper bracket, check the movement of the guide pins, and apply a light coat of lubricant on the contact points. Retract the piston using the appropriate tool, checking the brake fluid level in the reservoir.

Insert the new pads, ensuring the correct orientation and any wear sensor, reposition the caliper, torque the fasteners, and reinstall the wheel. After finishing, pump the pedal until it feels normal, check the fluid level, and perform a low-speed test.


Posted on 20 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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