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    4. : How to replace the rear brake pads of the Audi A3

Audi A3 - Video tutorial

Model: Audi A3 MK 1, 8L - Years 1996-2003
Part: Brake pads
Operation: How to replace the rear brake pads of the Audi A3

In this article, we will see how to replace the rear brake pads of the Audi A3 1st series. The tools that will be needed are: jack or bridge, wire brush, combination wrenches of 13 and 15, brake paste, grease, brake cleaner, socket wrench for nuts. In order to replace the brakes, we must first open the hood and unscrew the cap of the brake fluid reservoir, then close the hood and lift the rear part in order to lift the wheel and remove the fixing bolts using the socket wrench for 17 nuts, it is recommended to lift it using the jack or bridge to secure the vehicle on a support. After removing the wheel, use a crowbar or the appropriate tool to separate the brake pads, then clean the caliper fixing elements using a wire brush and brake cleaner, then it is recommended to wait a few minutes, then unscrew the brake caliper attachment. At this point, remove the brake caliper, clean the brake support, using the brake cleaner and wire brush, press the brake caliper piston using a brake piston retractor, at this point install the new brake pads, reinsert the calipers and close everything by reinserting the blocks previously removed, once the brake is correctly installed, remount the wheel and reinsert the fixing bolts.


Posted on 9 March 2024 by ScegliAuto

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How to activate the Bluetooth connection in the Volkswagen Golf RCD310 car stereo?

In this tutorial we can see how to activate the Bluetooth connection in the RCD310 car radio of the Volkswagen Golf 6, or of many other models of the German house. First of all, it is important to note that this activation is effective only in the pre-configured car radios for the mobile connection, which must be checked in the specifications of the model in possession. To proceed with activation, turn on the instrument panel, press the "Menu" button and enter the "Setup" section. Finally, we scroll the screen to the right and select the "BT-Audio" item. At this point all that remains is to connect our smartphone to the system.

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