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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN1999JETTA SEDAN (9M2) V6-2.8L (AFP)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISDIAGRAMSEXPLODED VIEWSDISC BRAKE SYSTEMBRAKE CALIPERFN 3 FRONT BRAKE CALIPER
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan (9M2) V6-2.8L (AFP)
FN 3 Front Brake Caliper
1999 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan (9M2) V6-2.8L (AFP)SECTION FN 3 Front Brake Caliper
FN 3 Front Brake Calipers, Servicing
Note:
^ Install all parts supplied in the repair kit.
^ New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and are pre-bled.
^ Apply a thin coat of lubricant, Part No. G 052 150 A2 to brake cylinders, pistons and seals.
1. Dust cap
2. Bleeder valve
^ Apply thin coat of assembly lubricant G 052 150 A2 to threads before installing
3. Cap
^ Insert in mounting bushing
4. Guide pin, 28 Nm (21 ft. lbs.)
5. Mounting bushing
^ Insert into brake caliper housing
6. Brake caliper housing
7. Brake carrier
8. Retaining spring
^ Insert with both ends in holes in brake caliper housing
9. Piston seal
^ Removing and installing. Refer to Front caliper piston, removing and installing.
10. Piston
^ Removing and installing
^ Apply thin coat of Ensemble lubricant G 052 150 A2 to piston before installing
^ Piston diameter 54 mm (2.125 inch)
11. Protective seal Do not damage when inserting piston
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.