Volkswagen Golf Quiz
Brake system

Rear brakes

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The type of brake system installed in the vehicle is indicated among other things by the corresponding PR number on the vehicle data sticker. The vehicle data sticker can be found in the spare wheel well and in the service schedule.
  • The relevant information on the installed braking system can also be viewed in the ELSA/vehicle-specific notes.

In this example the rear brake “1KU” is installed in the vehicle.

Allocation → Electronic Parts Catalogue (ETKA).

The following table explains the PR numbers. These are important for the brake caliper/brake disc and brake pads.
Rear brakes
Engine PR No. Rear brakes
1.2 l - 63 kW TSI 1KE FNc-M38 (15”)
1.2 l - 77 kW TSI
1.4 l - 90 kW TSI
1.4 l - 103 kW TSI
1.6 l - 66; 77; 81 kW TDI
2.0 l - 110 kW TDI
2.0 l - 135 kW TDI 1KE / 1KV 2)
2.0 l - 162 kW TSI 1KV
2.0 l - 169 kW TSI 1KJ FNc-M42 (17”)
2.0 l - 206; 213, 221 kW TSI 1KY

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