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/faculty/dreed/Campingart/jettatech/Howtochangefrontbrakepads.htm How to change front brake pads, and rotors and bleed brakes on a 98 VW Jetta GLS (Other models, like BMW, and Audi are similar) This how to assumes you have some basic tools, and safety gear. Safety glasses should be worn at all times when working with tools and automotive fluids. Always use a hydraulic jack and safety stands when lifting or getting under a vehicle. If you are unsure on where to safety lift your vehicle, refer to its owners guide. Brake dust can contain asbestos which has been found to cause cancer. The writer of this how to assumes zero liability in how to use this guide, or any damages that may come from it to you, your property, or others and others property. If you are uncertain at any point, refer to a qualified automotive technician.Basic Rules, clean brake fluid up with cold water. Keep all fluids, water, dirt, and oil out of the brake system (except for clean brake fluid). Keep all and any grease off pads, shoes, and rotor brake surfaces. If pads become contaminated with grease or oil, throw them out and buy new ones. If rotors become oily, clean them with brake clean, or hot soapy water. For a quick primer on brake systems, please visit - /brake.htm Tools you’ll need.Hydraulic Jack (at least 2 tons)Safety Stands and Wheel chocks17mm ?” socket?” Breaker barTorque wrench that can go from 15 to 95 Ft/Lbs6mm wrench13 mm socket3/8 drive ratchet15 mm wrench17 mm wrench11 mm wrenchFlathead screwdriverPhillips screwdriverImpact Screwdriver (set)Small prybarMityVac Vacuum pump w/ bleeder cupBall been hammer (16 oz)Clean small funnelBrake pad spreader or 8” C-ClampConsumablesDisk Brake Caliper Slide Pin GreaseAnti-Seize compoundBlue-LoctiteBrake Clean (Spray Can)600 grit sand paperDOT 4 brake fluid (2 Qts or 2L) 1. Start with good stuff. ATE Power Disk rotors, ATE DOT 4 Fluid, and ECB GreenStuff brake pads. Recommended – replacement caliper bolts. -