System Specifications

2000 Volkswagen GTI (1J1) L4-1.8L Turbo (AWD)SECTION System Specifications


Front Brakes
With FS II Caliper
Thickness 22 mm (0.866 in.)
Wear Limit 19 mm (0.748 in.)

With FN 3 Caliper
Thickness 25 mm (0.984 in.)
Wear Limit 22 mm (0.866 in.)

Rear Brakes
Solid Rotor
Thickness 9 mm (0.354 in.)
Wear Limit 7 mm (0.276 in.)

Vented Rotor
Thickness 22 mm (0.866 in.)
Wear Limit 20 mm (0.787 in.)
RENDER: 1.0x

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  • 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.