How to Replace the front brake pads on the Audi A3 2008 to 2012

Do you need to Replace the front brake pads on your Audi A3 2008 to 2012 but don't know where to start? This video tutorial shows you step-by-step how to do it!
Our Audi A3 2008 to 2012 manual covers diesel engines, and includes videos for some of the most common jobs, which you can see here in this playlist. Get the full manual haynes.com/en-...
What's covered:
Contents, Safety First!, Roadside repairs, Weekly checks
Chapter 1 : Routine maintenance and servicing
Chapter 2A : 1.6 litre engine in-car repair procedures
Chapter 2B : 1.9 litre engine in-car repair procedures
Chapter 2C : 2.0 litre engine in-car repair procedures
Chapter 2D : Engine removal and overhaul procedures
Chapter 3 : Cooling, heating and air conditioning systems
Chapter 4A : Fuel systems €“ 1.6 and 2.0 litre engines
Chapter 4B : Fuel system €“ 1.9 litre engines
Chapter 4C : Emission control and exhaust systems
Chapter 5 : Starting and charging systems
Chapter 6 : Clutch
Chapter 7A : Manual transmission
Chapter 7B : DSG semi-automatic transmission
Chapter 8 : Driveshafts
Chapter 9 : Braking system
Chapter 10 : Suspension and steering systems
Chapter 11 : Bodywork and fittings
Chapter 12 : Body electrical system, Wiring diagrams, Reference
What's covered:
A3 Hatchback (3-door) & Sportback (5-door) with 1.6 litre (1599cc), 1.9 litre (1896cc) & 2.0 litre (1968cc) Turbo-Diesel engines.
Exclusions:
Does NOT cover petrol models, Quattro or Cabriolet, Does NOT cover new Audi A3 range introduced September 2012

[@larrymorgan2635]

Best narrated instruction video yet. No additional garbage. No "Hey, it's your boy Todd back with more tips & tricks....". Well done.

[@HaynesManuals]

Thank you!

[@Penguinnoly]

the guide pins are removed using 7mm Allen heads

[@tonirizi4063]

Dear Haynes Manuals, What are the brake hose clamps you are using in this video (the blue plier like ones)? Are they called brake hose clamps? Any help with the naming or a link to the product would be much appreciated! Best!

[@HaynesManuals]

They are indeed called brake hose clamps, and I believe they may be manufactured by Draper