Jetta Brake Caliper Removal

[Miami_MK2]

Ok so here I am getting ready to install so new pads and GTI vented rotors on my 1990 1.8L 8v Jetta and upon removing the wheel I see that the calipers do not use bolts they are with some type of hex bolt.

Question is this:

How will I go about removing the calipers? Is there a special tool, hex key or wrench that I need to remove these bolts from the caliper? I noticed when I went to remove them that the top bolt on the drivers side is kind of stripped. I got a hex key and well seems like the bolt won't turn with the hex key (Either the bolt is stripped or you can't use hex keys.

Please inform me as to how to remove these because I'm running out of brake pad on my brakes and want to do it ASAP.

Thank you...

[knappy]

[Miami_MK2]

Unfortunately no I don't

[knappy]

Well before you get into something like that, BUY ONE!!!!

[Miami_MK2]

I've done brakes numerous times I'm just new to VW thats why I'm asking...

[knappy]

6mm allen. Thats all you need.

[BrewtownDUB]

Knappy is correct (as always ). 6mm allen is all you need to pull the calipers.

Seriously though, a Bentley is priceless for these cars.

[PepeLuche]

If the bolt is stripped then vise grips and WD40 or PB blaster.

Then pray the bolt won't cap off.

Because then you'll need to drill and tap. But you'll have new bolts.

[knappy]

Quote, originally posted by PepeLuche »

If the bolt is stripped then vise grips and WD40 or PB blaster. Then pray the bolt won't cap off. Because then you'll need to drill and tap. But you'll have new bolts.

UMM sorry but no. There is rubber boots on the bolts. Without the boots or if you tear them up you will need a new caliper or a caliper rebuild kit cuz the caliper will not slide on the bolts correctly. Thank you and have a nice evening.

[Miami_MK2]

Thanks for all your help Knappy and I appreciate you being so patient with me. I did I search for the Bentley manual and came up with the online one (I didn't know it existed)... looked up brakes and came up with this:

http://ep0niks.ctech.ca/vw/eva2/SU02/ch5.1.2.html

Now is the 16v the same caliper as the 8v? Because on the online manual it states that this procedure is for Removing and Installing Brake Pads (1989 and later 16V models only) so please let me know. Thank you.

[The_Hamster]

basically the same, but that procedure is for the 10.1" brakes found on the later jetta 16v's. the 9.4's just have a 6mm allen head bolt that holds the caliper one, if you've done brakes it'll be very straightforward once you have the tool and find where the bolts are.

[Vdubs]

Remove rounded hex bolt by hammering in a CV bolt tool.

[madd92jettas]

Quote, originally posted by Vdubs »

Remove rounded hex bolt by hammering in a CV bolt tool.

Baaahhhh, or something
I suppose that would work

[Neon Washer Nozzle]

Quote, originally posted by knappy »

UMM sorry but no. There is rubber boots on the bolts. Without the boots or if you tear them up you will need a new caliper or a caliper rebuild kit cuz the caliper will not slide on the bolts correctly. Thank you and have a nice evening.

You can get new rubber sleeves for the bolts, I even found them at Autozone IIRC. Vice Grips are the tool for the job, just make sure you use some penetrant and give it time to soak in.

My preferred tool for this job (when the bolts aren't stripped, that is) is a 6mm allen tool that has a 3/8" mount on it, so you can put it on a breaker bar or a ratchet.

[ryansux]

Quote, originally posted by Neon Washer Nozzle »

You can get new rubber sleeves for the bolts, I even found them at Autozone IIRC. Vice Grips are the tool for the job, just make sure you use some penetrant and give it time to soak in. My preferred tool for this job (when the bolts aren't stripped, that is) is a 6mm allen tool that has a 3/8" mount on it, so you can put it on a breaker bar or a ratchet.

yes the allen too that you can use with a ratchet...is the best for the job.

[Volkswoot]

Quote, originally posted by ryansux »

yes the allen too that you can use with a ratchet...is the best for the job.

they hold the bolt head the best and twist less, plus you can get more umph on the ratchet rather than a hex wrench

if you dont have a 6mm hex socket and the hex wrench is the only way for you to go , i found putting a deep 1/4" socket that fits the hex wrench then on a 1/4" extension it will extend the hex wrench and hold it better


Modified by enebo8u at 8:16 AM 1-28-2006

[knappy]

People still use allen wrenches?

[Jaywerk]

I see you guys talking about the Bentley manuals all the time and I plan on getting on asap but how much are they?

[knappy]

Quote, originally posted by Jaywerk »

I see you guys talking about the Bentley manuals all the time and I plan on getting on asap but how much are they?

Anywhere from $30-$55 depending on where you get them.

[Volkswoot]

my bently was 45 from the local import parts store

[Jeebs]

They are priceless. Whatever you buy one for will be more than worth it.

[The_Hamster]

Quote, originally posted by Vdubs »

Remove rounded hex bolt by hammering in a CV bolt tool.

that's what i always do on the pull bults if they strip, i have an extra cv tool just for that job. good ol' $9 special from concept1.

[ryansux]

Quote, originally posted by The_Hamster »

that's what i always do on the pull bults if they strip, i have an extra cv tool just for that job. good ol' $9 special from concept1.

Torx bits work great for that job, and they're super cheap. I've used them many a time to get the stripped bolt that holds the alternator to the block.

[Volkswoot]

the head on the torx bit strips alot easier than the cv tool tho.

[Vdubs]

It's alot harder to hammer in aswell.