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Replacing Rear Brake Pads

Model: Audi A6 MK 3, C6 - Years 2004-2012
Part: Brake pads

Replacing the brake pads is a fairly simple task. For the rear brake, compared to the front, it requires removing the wheel for better access. The process for removing the front and rear pads is almost identical; the pads are geometrically interchangeable. First, unscrew the cap on the bottom of the caliper that secures the pad retaining pin. Unscrew the pin as much as possible, pull it out, and once the pads are free, they can also be removed. Then, pull the caliper away from the wheel and insert the outer pad from underneath, fitting it into the housing at the top of the caliper. Insert the pin just enough to secure the pad. Once the pin is tightened, replace the cap without over-tightening.

Updated on 9 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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