Servicing front brakes (PR- 1LG) on RS 3 — AUDI
Servicing front brakes (PR- 1LG) on RS 3 on Audi: factory workshop procedure. Full factory text, tools and checks.
Workshop procedure for AUDI — the factory write-up, straight from real workshop data.
📋 Procedure
ℹ️ Torque figures below come verbatim from workshop data — always cross-check against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening.
Audi
Audi A3
2004
Audi A3 Cabriolet
2008
Audi A3 Sportback
2005
Running gear
Brake system
Edition
03.2013
Servicing front brakes (PR- 1LG) on RS 3
Chapter
“
Vibration dampers on front brake calipers of RS 3 (new version)
”
Note
Use the
brake filling and bleeding equipment
VAS 5234
to extract brake fluid from brake fluid reservoir.
Before removing brake caliper or disconnecting brake hose from brake caliper, insert
brake pedal actuator
V.A.G 1869/2
to prevent brake fluid reservoir from emptying completely.
WARNING
After installing the brake pads, depress the pedal firmly several times with the vehicle stationary, so that the pads are properly seated in their normal operating position.
Install all parts supplied in repair kit.
After renewing brake pads, depress brake pedal firmly several times with vehicle stationary so that the pads are properly seated in their normal operating position.
Chapter
“
Removing and installing front brake pads (RS 3)
”
Chapter
“
Removing and installing front brake caliper (RS 3)
”
Chapter
“
Renewing front brake caliper (RS 3)
”
Chapter
“
Removing and installing front brake disc (RS 3)
”
Chapter
“
Vibration dampers on front brake calipers of RS 3 (new version)
”
Bleeder screw
13 Nm
Note
Bleed brake caliper at each bleeder screw.
Bolt
Unscrew for removal of brake caliper
200 Nm
Note
Always renew bolts if removed
Speed sensor
Bolt
For speed sensor
8 Nm
Brake caliper
Note
Do not suspend from brake hose after removal. Secure it to the body with a suitable wire.
Chapter
“
Removing and installing front brake caliper (RS 3)
”
Chapter
“
Renewing front brake caliper (RS 3)
”
Chapter
“
Vibration dampers on front brake calipers of RS 3 (new version)
”
Brake disc
Wear limit
Note
Remove brake caliper prior to removing
Chapter
“
Removing and installing front brake disc (RS 3)
”
Bolt
For securing brake disc
4 Nm
Note
Use new bolt if removed
Brake pads
With pad wear indicator wire (only in left brake caliper)
Wear limit
Chapter
“
Removing and installing front brake pads (RS 3)
”
Before fitting pads, clean guides and apply a thin coating of grease
the parts catalogue
.
Before fitting pads, peel off adhesive foil
Pad wear indicator wire
Only installed in left brake caliper
Retaining clip
Ensure correct installation position
Note
Insert pad wear indicator wire in retaining clip. Only installed in left brake caliper
Brake pad retaining pins
Note
Take care not to scratch or damage the brake caliper during removal and installation
Bolt
For bracket
18 Nm
Brake hose
Screw into brake caliper
Insert in bracket
14 Nm
Tightening torque for brake hose to brake caliper for RS 3: 14 Nm
Note
Ensure that hose is seated correctly in bracket. Do not twist when fitting
Bracket
For brake hose and pad wear indicator wire
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