I need to replace my brake shoes. Do my 2012 Continental GT come with the "electronic" system in the rear? If so if there any way I can get them off or do I need some type of special tool? Somebody direct me please.

 

Hello @Douglas35 ,
Yes, your rear has the electric calipers, and the job should be done the proper way, meaning with the proper tool such a Ross-Tech VCDS to open the calipers for removal, but most importantly to use the RT VCDS to tell the braking system that it has new pads installed by inputting pad thickness in millimeters.

Although, some have gone another route, by unplugging each rear caliper and applying 12 volts to each by reversing polarity of positive and negative to open and close said calipers, I have never done the job that way, and I take no responsibility for relaying this information 😀, if you go this route, PLEASE be sure to apply the power to the caliper itself, not the harness on the body feeding the calipers, as to back feed power into the parking brake control module could burn it out !

Johnny

 

OK Thanks for the quick response. I think I have a clear idea which option to choose

 

@Douglas35 ,
You are welcome, my pleasure to help, please be sure to let us know how you make out.

Johnny

 

Std VAG .
It’s a synch with this get around .
https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...otors-bgt.html

 

Hi Douglas35,

Johnny Hotspur described two ways to get your rear pads changed. John Fiammetta did a great job documenting the simpler process of getting the pads changed if you do not have the intervention tool like a Ross Tech. John included some very good photos in his writeup and his writeup is easy to follow.

If you're curious about the full process to change pads, set the new pad thickness in the control module so that the (future) dash warning for rear pad wear is correct, along with resetting the inclination sensor, I documented the long process and you can find it here:

https://www.6speedonline.com/forums/...-conti-gt.html

Strongly suggest you consider an investment in a Ross Tech. It is worth its weight in gold for jobs like this and so many other functions. If you're a DIY kinda person, you'll more than pay for the Ross Tech with its first use. This rear brake job is a good example of that over the cost of the dealer option.

If you like to watch videos, search youtube as I've seen some in the past using the +12v supply method but John's post is clear and will get rear brakes safe for you again if you decide to go that route.

 

Hey Bwings, good to see you around again!

Hope all is well.

 

Thank you sir, glad to be here!