1. Product Description
The A.B.S. Repair Kit, brake caliper (57030) is a professional-grade hydraulic cylinder restoration set belonging to the A.B.S. ECO-KIT product line. Engineered to rebuild worn or leaking front wheel brake calipers, its primary mechanical function is to replace corroded or pitted pistons, damaged rubber pressure seals, and external anti-dust boots. This restores hydraulic sealing performance, prevents critical brake fluid leakage, ensures uniform clamping force, and prevents brake caliper binding or sticking.
2. Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: A.B.S. (All Brake Systems)
- Item Number: 57030
- Product Line: A.B.S. ECO-KIT
- Trade / Alternative Numbers: A.B.S. 57030
- EAN Number: 8717109686760
- Product Condition: New
- Fitting Position: Front Axle (Left and Right Symmetric)
- For Piston Diameter [mm]: 48
- Brake System Restriction: ATE
- For Brake Disc Thickness [mm]: 12 (Solid) or 20 (Vented)
- Supplementary Article: Full set with replacement piston, piston seal, and dust cover sleeve
- Weight [kg]: 0.39
3. Vehicle Compatibility
This 48 mm rebuild kit features extensive backward compatibility with classic Volkswagen Group (VAG) platforms equipped with factory-standard ATE front brake calipers from the mid-1970s through the early 2000s.
| Car Model | Compatible Engines | Engine Power (hp / kW) | Year of Manufacture |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW Golf I (17); Golf I Convertible (155); Jetta I (16); Scirocco II (53B); Caddy I (14) | 1.5, 1.6, 1.6 GTI, 1.8, 1.8 GTI, 1.6 D, 1.6 TD | 54 - 112 hp / 40 - 82 kW | 1974 - 1993 |
| VW Golf II (19E, 1G1); Jetta II (19E, 1G2) | 1.3, 1.3 Cat, 1.6, 1.6 D, 1.6 TD, 1.8, 1.8 i Cat, 1.8 Syncro, 1.8 GTI | 50 - 112 hp / 37 - 82 kW | 1983 - 1992 |
| VW Golf III (1H1); Vento (1H2); Passat B3/B4 (3A2, 35I) | 1.4, 1.6, 1.8, 1.9 D, 1.9 TD, 1.9 TDI, 2.0 (Non-VR6 models) | 60 - 115 hp / 44 - 85 kW | 1988 - 1999 |
| SEAT Ibiza II (6K1); Cordoba (6K1, 6K2); Toledo I (1L) | 1.4 i, 1.6 i, 1.8 i, 1.9 D, 1.9 TD, 1.9 TDI | 60 - 110 hp / 44 - 81 kW | 1991 - 2002 |
| VW Polo (6N1); Polo Hatchback (6N2); Polo Classic (6KV2) | 1.0, 1.3, 1.4, 1.4 16V, 1.6, 1.7 SDI, 1.9 SDI, 1.9 TDI | 45 - 100 hp / 33 - 74 kW | 1994 - 2001 |
4. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Reference Numbers Cross-Reference
This repair package serves as a direct technical replacement for the following original equipment factory numbers:
- VAG (AUDI / SEAT / SKODA / VW): 171 615 123, 171615123