Audi S8 D4 4H Front Brake Discs and Brake Pads

[@fat4o]

So nice to see that someone is doing audi brakes video with this quality. Thank you.

[@reubencollins162]

Just wanted to add that after following the awesome step by video the Daniel made and shared my brake light/brake pads warning didn't go away.. I tried to reset with an Ancel VD500 the brake error code wouldn't register on the device and subsequently I couldn't clear. I took the A8 on a drive and seated the pads with a few hard stops, turned the parking brake on and off, tried to reset the brake/brake pads error again and no dice. I took the car through a car wash and on the other side the light went off and no longer illuminates the dash. Thanks again Daniel for empowering me and 2.8k (and counting) othere.

[@dhansens]

Thanks Reuben, yes, brakepad warnings wouldn't register fault codes, the circuit doesn't communicate with anything than the dashboard light really. If it returns, I'd unplug all sensors and check for corrosion, not unheard off on those connectors it appears. Enjoy the fresh pads!

[@cripcrap538]

Finally Simeone who doesnt lubricate the wheel Hub.. Well done

[@kentryskamp9164]

Great video! Was able to do my S8 front brakes and save the $2000 in labor the dealer wanted!

[@bccrawford1829]

Thanks for your Video Daniel. I used it as a reference today to do my front pads and disks. The second pad on each install was the worst part, but through trial and error it work out well. Thanks again

[@dhansens]

Glad it was helpful!

[@markremi]

This was great! Thanks for the explanation and camera work, I feel good about doing this now. 👍

[@cyruskharas9850]

Daniel, Thanks that's a great video, thanks for the all the small details, those are the ones that inspire us to do some of theses DIYs. The reply to MrLilchilly for the A8L is a classic example, wish you all the best. Ill keep you posted how the work goes on my A8L. Ive been looking around for a 9mm Hex

[@dhansens]

Good luck! If you can afford it, I recommend the Hazet 9mm hex, fantastic quality! Have fun on the job!

[@user-lk6gf5rp9z]

super professional !

[@andym8181]

Great video mate very informative Top job I'll be doing mine next week👍👍👍

[@dhansens]

Thanks, good luck with the job

[@LetsDIYIt]

I am not sure about the S8, but my S6 (2013) has a rigid frame which allows me to jack up the rear jack point and the front will lift enough to get a jack stand on the front jack point. PLEASE use jack stands and not just a jack. Had that jack given way while you were under that brake disc, this would have been catastrophic. Please be safe. Otherwise, thank you for a great video.

[@devellwilson7099]

Thank you for the knowledge..

[@garinbergman575]

Thank you for your video, you do a great job. Is there anything special to do to remove the brake pad wear sensors? I cannot get those to detach regardless of what I do.

[@utubeuser8878]

I also have no shims on mine, looks like the previous owner removed them. Will have to get a set this time

[@gooden000]

What happens if you lift the car and forgot to put it in lift mood?

[@juakolopez4878]

hello bro, any video or tutorial how to disassemble or remove the audi s8 2013/2013 zipper? Thank you

[@MrLilChilly]

Great video this is going to be very useful as I'm about to do the brakes on my 2012 a8l. Thanks

[@dhansens]

Glad you enjoyed it! Word of caution though, this guide is only suitable for the 400mm discs, typically only installed on the S8 so make sure which type you have as each are different in quite a few areas.

[@MrLilChilly]

@@dhansens thanks for the heads up. Yeah I have the 380mm discs, I'm just going to take my time. Thanks again.

[@dhansens]

@@MrLilChilly good luck. You're going to need a 9mm hex key for your brake calipers so make sure you have that available. When the wheel is off you need to remove the tension spring by removing the trim piece (single bolt front face of caliper) then the sensor, then loosen the pads, then remove the rubber plugs on the back of the caliper and then remove both 9mm hex screws. torques for guidelines screws is 55nm and the front cover/spring bolt is 22nm. Also pay attention to pads, the inner and outer back plates are different so check when you remove them which is which. Good luck!

[@MrLilChilly]

@@dhansens thanks for the tips

[@RIH1USA]

@@dhansens wow, that right there is probably the most informative and helpful reply on youtube!

[@mofoclamidia2]

Can you list part numbers

[@pnmbmw]

@D H did you sort out the lane assist for your Audi A8

[@g786vpk]

Hey buddy Where did you order the clips and shim's from?

[@mouseware]

Ebay, in same boat, and they (OEM audi part) are $150 ships international to US. half price...

[@ealneas1]

Hi, could you provide part list. Thanks

[@dwightlooi]

I was told those carbon ceramic discs lasts practically the life of the car and to simply replace the Ceramic pads. Replacing the discs are a bank breaking affair at $4400 per disc (over $16000 total).

[@ishmaelsykes9739]

So why are they so damn expensive, so what would it cost for a full pad replacement just pads and not rotors for the non-carbon ceramic rotors

[@cyruskharas9850]

Hey Daniel, Happy New Year wish you all the best. Sorry I had a question so I thought I’ll post it here. The caliper bolts I’ve seen 2 types ( Not really sure which is the original bolt) one of the reputed part shops showed me a bolt which has a kind of blue thread locker like compound, another said VW Audi bolts don’t have that only BMW bolts carry that. Wanted to draw on your experience here and ask, is it needed and why do you think one of the manufacturers uses it and the other doesn’t ...the thread locker?? Is it a good idea to use a medium strength thread locker or just the plain bolt. Thanks

[@dhansens]

Caliper bolts will often have a threadlocker on them, other times they'll use locking washers but then, like in this application there's plenty where there is no locking mechanism apart from torque. I'd stick to OE. Also consider that a thread locker impacts fastening torque, much like a lubricant would, so don't be tempted to use thread locker and then torque to the recommended dry value as you could put up to 20% more torque on the bolt.

[@cyruskharas9850]

@@dhansens Thanks for reverting back, its all good Gen. I went with aftermarket sensors and they seemed a couple of mm shorter. Thanks

[@miketrell1853]

Do you have a shop, are you in America?

[@garryfrancis]

Hi where are you based. Do you do private work?

[@jaskarsingh1381]

does it not have a new brake pad wear sensor?

[@dhansens]

Yup, the sensor was replaced as well.

[@dhansens]

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