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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Dual Piston Front Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Overhaul
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS
Overhaul
Refer to Fig. when servicing front disc brake calipers, noting the following:
- Force piston out brake caliper with compressed air, Fig. . Apply air pressure gradually to guard against sudden piston release. Place a suitable wooden block into recess of brake caliper to prevent piston damage.
- Remove caliper piston seal using a suitable screwdriver, Fig. .
- Install piston as fo...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> A4, A6, A8, S4, S6 & S8 -> ABS Return Pump Does Not Run, Relay Good, Tester In Position 3 -> ABS Return Pump Does Not Run, Tester In Position 3 -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Tests -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Interpretation -> Electrical Testing -> Hydraulic Modulator High & Low Pressure Testing -> LED 1 & 3 Do Not Light, Tester In Position 1 -> LED 18 Does Not Light -> LED 19 Does Not Light -> LED 35 Does Not Light -> LED 4 Does Not Light, Tester In Position 1 -> LED 4, 2, 35, 18 & 19 Do Not Light, Tester In Position 1 -> LED For Alternator Does Not Go Out When Engine Starts -> LED For Alternator Does Not Light, Tester In Position 2 -> LED For Brakes Does Not Go Out When Brake Pedal Is Depressed -> LED For Brakes Does Not Light -> No Response From Selected Sensor, Tester In Position 6 -> Read Measuring Value Block -> Sensor Signal On Meter Below Minimum Value -> TT -> With LED Type Tester -> With Scan Tool -> Wrong Solenoid Valve Operates, Tester In Position 5
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS
With LED Type Tester
LED 1 & 3 Do Not Light, Tester In Position 1
Refer to Fig. ,for LED identification numbers. Weaker illumination of an LED indicates a contact resistance in respective circuit.
- Inspect for continuity between ABS control unit connector terminal 34 and ground at battery ground cable (LED 1), Fig. .
- Inspect for continuity between ABS control unit connector terminal 10 and ground at battery ground cable (LED 3).
- If continuity does not exist, repair shorted or open circuit.
LED 4 Does Not Light, Tester In Position 1
Refer to Fig. ,for LED identification. Weaker illum...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-lock Brakes -> Component Replacement -> A4 & S4 -> A4, A6, S4 & S6 -> A6 & S6 -> A8 & S8 -> Electronic Control Unit -> Front Wheel Speed Sensors -> Hydraulic Control Unit -> Hydraulic Control Unit Mounting Bracket -> Rear Wheel Speed Sensors -> TT
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS
Electronic Control Unit
A4, A6, S4 & S6
The electronic control unit is located beneath the lefthand side of the rear seat.
- Turn ignition Off.
- Remove rear seat.
- Remove spring retaining electrical connector, then disconnect electrical connector.
- Remove screws securing control unit.
- Reverse procedure to install.
A8 & S8
- Remove lower slot cover from between knee bolster and lower column cover.
- Remove knee bolster.
- Remove ABS control module.
- Disconnect ABS control module electrical harness connector.
- Reverse procedure to install.
TT
The control module is mounted to the hydraulic unit, located...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> ITT FN 3 Single Piston Front Brakes -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove front tires.
- If brake pads are to be used again, mark installed positions for installation reference.
- Remove caliper guide pin caps.
- Pry brake pad retaining spring out from brake caliper housing using a suitable screwdriver.
- Remove caliper guide pins.
- Remove caliper housing, then position aside using suitable wire or rope.
- Remove brake pads.
- Clean brake caliper housing using a suitable methylated spirit. Pay close attention to pad bonding surfaces. They must be free of all grease and adhesive residues.
- Siphon off a small amount of brake fluid fro...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Audi S8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Dual Piston Front Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS
Removal
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel assemblies.
- If brake pads are to be used again, mark installed positions for installation reference.
- Secure brake disc on wheel hub with a wheel lug nut.
- Remove outer brake pad mounting bolts, Fig. .
- Extract part of brake fluid from reservoir using a suitable bleeder bottle, then push piston back into caliper housing by inserting a suitable screwdriver into floating frame and pressing firmly to outside.
- Disconnect wiring harness electrical connector, then remove brake pad wear indicator wiring from brake caliper bracket.
- Press cal...
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Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Audi S8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2001 Audi S8 4.2 V8 GAS
The following procedure has been modified by a Technical Service Bulletin.
To bleed brake system, use a catch bottle with a transparent hose attached so brake fluid can be inspected for air bubbles.
- Connect brake pressure bleeding tool No. VAG 1869, or equivalent, per tool manufacturer's instructions.
- Bleed brakes in following sequence:
- Righ...
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