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Replacing the Front Brake Pads on the Volkswagen Transporter

Model: Volkswagen Transporter T4, MK 4 - Years 1990-2003
Part: Brake pads

In this guide, you will learn how to remove and replace the front brake pads on the Volkswagen Transporter in simple and quick steps. First, lift the vehicle and start by removing the front wheel; then, unscrew the 17 mm bolts of the front brake caliper to remove it from the disc, as shown in the video. Next, remove the old pads and replace them with new ones of the correct type, pushing the caliper piston back; then reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure!

Updated on 25 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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