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How to change the rear brake pads on a Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 5, Golf 5, Golf V - Years 2003-2008
Part: Brake pads

On the Volkswagen Golf, we start by showing the materials and the new pads, then we move straight to the car: lift the rear and work on one wheel, loosening the bolts and removing the wheel to expose the caliper and disc. Once at the rear brake assembly of the Volkswagen Golf, work on the caliper: the video shows the tools in action on the fixings, and the caliper is released to access the pads. Once the space is opened, remove the old pads from their seat. Before refitting the new pads on the Volkswagen Golf, manage the retraction of the caliper piston to create the necessary space for the thickness of the newly fitted pads. Meanwhile, clean and prepare the contact surfaces, then position the new pads in the same location as the previous ones and reposition the caliper, securing the fixings. In the final stage on the Volkswagen Golf, refit the wheel and conclude the job with practical checks: everything should be in place, with no play, and before setting off, it is good practice to restore the brake pedal travel with the vehicle stationary, so the system returns to its proper position.

Posted on 13 August 2026 by ScegliAuto

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