[JayRS3]

Thanks gents. Perfect responses. I've tried clicking on the eurocarparts link to grab a couple of aftermarket sensors just in case they break but the link is broken on the site. Has anyone got it to hand?

[Duke3D]

try this one: http://www.eurocarpa...rake-pad-sensor otherwise just put your reg in on the parts finder on their home page http://www.eurocarparts.com and then choose the link to 'Brake pad wear sensors.

[JayRS3]

try this one: http://www.eurocarpa...rake-pad-sensor otherwise just put your reg in on the parts finder on their home page http://www.eurocarparts.com and then choose the link to 'Brake pad wear sensors.

Thank you. Ordered. Did you use the black shims that were included with the fronts too? Or just stick copper grease on the backs of the pads?

Edited by JayRS3, 05 April 2016 - 10:36 PM.

[Duke3D]

I have the UK specced pads (no wear sensor option) which came with the black plastic/ rubber bit already stuck to the pads. Added the copper grease that came with the pads to the backs.

[Nobber]

I run red stuffs front and rear that are for the Subaru and Evo9 Brembo calliper.  They fit and work perfectly but don't have the cutout for the wear sensor.  Just had it coded it out via VAG-COM/VCDS as I'm more than capable of looking to see what state my pads are in!

 

For your fronts you need: EBC DP31210C, and the rears: EBC DP31518C.

[JayRS3]

Is there any other information that may be useful to help as I'm going to do it this weekend? I take it I still require the piston tool for the rears? Will have to dig through the shed and look for that...been a while

[45bvtc]

Is there any other information that may be useful to help as I'm going to do it this weekend? I take it I still require the piston tool for the rears? Will have to dig through the shed and look for that...been a while

 

Yes you will need the piston wind-in tool for the rears

[JayRS3]

Intention today was to stick red stuff pads all round. Started on the fronts and after wheels off can see a better view of some light scores over the disc



Now I'm in 2 minds do I ring Audi and tell them about the vibration again (it's not that bad but they've been all replaced several times before, last time was about 4K miles ago) and get some new discs on then stick the Reds on or give the Reds a go and see how things go, although I may not be experiencing the true results if some damage has already be caused on the disc. Warranty expires November so have a bit of time remaining subject to a £250 excess.

Opinions?

[Mattjj82]

Stick the Reds in as they should clean up the discs.. Just make sure they're bedded in properly

[JayRS3]

Is it just these two 7mm Allen bolts that need removing to release the calliper? Then the pins for the pads. What do the small torx bolts in the silver pods retain?

Edited by JayRS3, 09 April 2016 - 10:29 AM.

[T-800]

If changing pads only just tap out the two retaining pins

You'll see them going through the outside of the pads they have a conical point on the end, visable on the caliper side.
They have a flat anti vibration Spring behind them.

Edited by T-800, 09 April 2016 - 10:38 AM.

[JayRS3]

If changing pads only just tap out the two retaining pins

You'll see them going through the outside of the pads they have a conical point on the end, visable on the caliper side.
They have a flat anti vibration Spring behind them.

Thanks. What tool could be used then to push the piston back in if only the pins are removed? Wouldn't this be tight to be able to get inside the calliper if it's still held onto the mount?

[T-800]

I've got a push back tool for fronts..........

 

Make sure the fluid cap is unscrewed, you may need to draw some fluid off otherwise it could spill over once the pistons are pushed back.....

 

If your levering the pistons back in anyway keep your eye on the pistons you aren't working on as the force can cause them to move out, you don't want 2 pistons popping out, you could always leave one pad in to counter this.

 

There is a school of thought that you should also open the bleed nipples too, if you do this you'll need to partially bleed the system.

[T-800]

PM sent Jay.........

[Duke3D]

Keep an eye out for brake fluid going over the top of the reservoir when you push the calliper pots back in if you loosen the cap. I had this once and had to spend more time cleaning it off quick before it did any damage to paintwork.

 

It might be worth syphoning some fluid out of the reservoir before you start and then top up with fresh new fluid at the end to keep the level correct.

[Darnrr]

Sorry to barge in but can any of you guys point me in correct direction, looking to purchase redstuff pads as mine are squeeling like pigs but on ebcbrakeshop.co.uk the part number brings up quite a few different cars with all the same prt number, will any of the mitsibushi lancer or suburus do?

[Mattjj82]

How are you suppose to get the top calliper hanger bolts out on the rear brakes? Currently trying to change the discs?

[Paul]

I couldn't be bothered to struggle, I got APS to fit mine.

45bvtc discusses here .

http://www.audirs3oc...bble#entry23325

[Mattjj82]

How do you code out the brake pad wear sensor?
I'm going into 17 and under channel 37 in additional it's says error security access required?

[45bvtc]

Sorry to barge in but can any of you guys point me in correct direction, looking to purchase redstuff pads as mine are squeeling like pigs but on ebcbrakeshop.co.uk the part number brings up quite a few different cars with all the same prt number, will any of the mitsibushi lancer or suburus do?

 

EBC DP31210C - I'm sure another 'expert' here will confirm...    

 

Buy them direct form EBC on line: with these all you need to do is 'couple' the brake sensor cable - been on my car for 2-years PLUS now and I wouldn't change to anything else

 

EBC Redstuff have been on MJ12 NHN before...