Audi Q3: Front Brake Caliper Balance Weight
Depending on the model for each brake caliper two vibration
dampers are installed.

1 - Bolt
- 10 Nm
- Replace after each removal.
2 - Vibration Damper
- Installed 2 on each brake caliper
- Removing and installing, refer to
→ Chapter "Damper, Removing and Installing"
3 - Brake Caliper
Damper, Removing and Installing
Installed 2 on Each Brake Caliper
Removing
- Remove the existing dust cap.
- Remove the bolt -1-.
- Remove the vibration damper -2-
from the brake caliper -3-.
Installing
Installed 2 on Each Brake Caliper
- Clean the brake caliper around the balance weight.
- Install the damper -2- in the
brake caliper.
- Install the new bolt and tighten -item 1-.
- Replace the existing dust cap.

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Brake Pads, Removing and Installing, 1LJ, 1ZD Brakes
If old brake pads are being replaced with new ones, then it is necessary
to check the brake rotor thickness for wear. Pay attention to the wear
Brake Caliper, Removing and Installing, 1LJ, 1ZD Brakes
Note
In the following description the brake caliper is removed
with the brake carrier and pads. The brake hose remains
connected.
Brake Caliper, Replacing,1LJ, 1 ZD Brakes
Note
In the following description the brake caliper is removed
and replaced. The brake hose is removed.
Special tools and workshop equipment
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Release Cable Coupling
- Remove clips -1- and lift the release
cables -8- and -9-
on both sides toward the hood latches.
- To remove the coupling -2-, release the
retainers -arrows- on the front of the lock
carrier -3- and push them to the rear out
of the bracket.
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