2003 Volkswagen Beetle Brake Pad replacement

Tiny
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  • 2003 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
  • 1.9L
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 211,000 MILES
I've viewed your video on-line. I am supposed to use an Allen wrench to remove the pads.

What size?
Saturday, December 13th, 2014 AT 2:19 PM

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Tiny
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Front brake slid pins will be either 6 or 8 mm rear brakes need a special tool to wing back the piston.
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Saturday, December 13th, 2014 AT 4:56 PM
Tiny
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I had already tried 6mm, as it was the largest in my set. Bought the 8mm (wrong). It was 7mm (extra trip).
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Sunday, December 14th, 2014 AT 4:09 PM
Tiny
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6mm and 8mm are very common sizes, they will not go to waste.
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Monday, December 15th, 2014 AT 1:40 AM

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