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Replace the Front Brake Pads on the Volkswagen Jetta

Model: Volkswagen Jetta MK 6, A6 - Years 2010-2018
Part: Brake pads

Follow these main steps to remove and replace the front brake pads on the Volkswagen Jetta. First, lift the vehicle and start unscrewing the wheel bolts to remove the wheel; then, unscrew the caliper bolts, using a thin tool to remove the metal clip as shown in the video. At this point, remove and replace the old brake pads with the new ones, using leverage on the caliper piston to retract it; clean the brake caliper of any residual dirt and reassemble everything, following the video to the end!

Updated on 26 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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