Is the brake pad retained clip needed???

[gbrad2x]

Hi Guys

Quick one. I completed the big break upgrade about 2 weeks ago. 288mm to 312mm. Since I now have the bigger carriers the 288 brake pad retaining spring wont go back on. Having examined the setup of the brakes I dont see the point in this sprin as the carrier and calliper hold the pad in place..


Do I need to get a bigger brake pad retaining sping or is it ok to drive without?

Please dont guess on this one if you dont really know the answer as dont want to be caught with no brakes anytime soon!

Cheers!

Gerry

[Crasher]

The spring is there to prevent pad rattle so it is important but the part number for the spring on Golf 4 288’s and 312’s is the same, 4A0 615 269.

[gbrad2x]

Thanks alot for the quick answer Crasher. Ill get it back on tomorrow. I was convinced the spring was 2 small but I mustnt have being trying hard enough

[gbrad2x]

The spring is there to prevent pad rattle so it is important but the part number for the spring on Golf 4 288’s and 312’s is the same, 4A0 615 269.

Ive tried to get the retainer spring back on and just couldnt get it!!

Do I need to loosen the caliper pins , what way is it supposed to go on I cant remembe back from 2 weeks ago .....

Its safe to drive without it yes?

Any tips great appreciated

[Crasher]

You clip it in to one hole and then into the other. I suppose it is OK to drive without it, can’t see any reason why not but then again, if it didn’t need it, why is it there…

[gbrad2x]

You clip it in to one hole and then into the other. I suppose it is OK to drive without it, can’t see any reason why not but then again, if it didn’t need it, why is it there…

Thats what I thought myself! Crasher if you dont see me about this forum in the next few weeks youl know that its V important to fit the retaining spring