brakes

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    How easy are returns for Ridex parts?

    Hi mates, I recently bought some Ridex brake discs for my Audi A4, but I picked the wrong size by mistake. Im a bit gutted as I need to get the car sorted for its MOT. Has anyone done a return for Ridex parts on Autodoc recently? Im just wondering if the returns process is quick and if you get...
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    Rear caliper replacement

    Hi all, 2014 A3 rear right caliper was sticking on today. The wheel was extremely hot, and with it jacked up I couldn't turn it by hand. I could free the wheel off with a screwdriver, but every time the brake pedal was pressed it would seize again. This seems to me to be a classic case of a...
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    Odd creaking noise from passenger side rear brakes...

    I'm not sure how to describe it but the frequency of the creak is directly proportional to the road speed, it's not constant and slows as the car slows under braking. It sounds like it's something on the caliper/ wheel/ brake rotor scraping or squeaking against something else on one of those...
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    Audi A3 8L Brake System Edition 09.2001 2023-12-10

    Technical support data Anti-locking brake system Brakes, Brake mechanics Brakes, Brake hydraulics
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    Strange way of brakes bedding in

    Hello all, I replaced my brake discs and pads recently and something strange is happening. I bought Brembo extra drilled (rear) and dimpled (front) discs, and Zimmermann pads for both ends. I did a really thorough job, cleaned and inspected everything, degreased with brake cleaner multiple...