why does my Volkswagen Tiguan make a grinding noise when I brake

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather all required tools and parts.
• Ensure the vehicle is parked on a flat surface and the parking brake is engaged.
• Disconnect the battery to ensure safety while working on the braking system.

2. Remove Wheel

• Use a jack to lift the vehicle and secure it with jack stands.
• Remove the lug nuts using a socket set and take off the wheel.

3. Inspect and Replace Brake Pads

• Remove the caliper bolts using a torque wrench and slide the caliper off the rotor.
• Take out the old brake pads and inspect the caliper for any damage.
• Install new brake pads, ensuring they are properly seated against the rotor.

4. Inspect and Replace Brake Rotors (if necessary)

• If the rotors are damaged or worn beyond specification, remove them by unscrewing the retaining screws or caliper bracket bolts.
• Clean the mounting surface on the hub.
• Install new rotors, ensuring they are properly aligned and secured.

5. Reassemble Components

• Reinstall the brake caliper over the new pads and torque the bolts to the manufacturer’s specifications.
• Reattach the wheel and torque the lug nuts in a star pattern to the proper specification.

6. Final Checks

• Reconnect the battery.
• Pump the brake pedal several times to ensure proper pad seating and function.