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Carlson 7012 Disc Brake Caliper Piston - Front
| Brand | Carlson 7012 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front |
| Product line | Disc Brake Caliper Piston |
| Fits | Volkswagen · 43 vehicles |
Caliper piston. Restores hydraulic pressure for consistent brake response.
Disc brake part. Built for dependable caliper operation and smooth braking.
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Carlson 7012 Disc Brake Caliper Piston
The Carlson 7012 disc brake caliper piston is a front brake hydraulics replacement for select Volkswagen applications. It is listed for Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Cabriolet, and Quantum front disc brake setups with D280, D569, D307, D206, and D158-related applications.
Key Features
- Disc brake caliper piston for front brake service
- Fits select Volkswagen Golf, Jetta, Cabriolet, and Quantum models
- Application-specific coverage for D280, D569, D307, D206, and D158 brake configurations
- Carlson part number 7012 for catalog matching and ordering
- Built for brake hydraulic repair and caliper rebuild work
Detailed Description
Carlson 7012 is a disc brake caliper piston used in front brake hydraulic service on select Volkswagen vehicles. This part number 7012 is listed for 1980-1994 Volkswagen applications, including front brake repair on Golf, Jetta, Cabriolet, and Quantum models with the specified caliper and repair-kit references. For buyers searching for a front disc brake caliper piston for Volkswagen Golf or Volkswagen Jetta, this listing provides direct fitment coverage by model and brake configuration.
This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.
What It Is Used For
- Replacing a worn or damaged front caliper piston
- Restoring proper hydraulic movement in the brake caliper
- Addressing brake drag caused by piston wear or corrosion
- Supporting caliper rebuilds on Volkswagen front disc brake systems
- Servicing brake hydraulics on Golf, Jetta, Cabriolet, and Quantum applications
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the caliper code and brake configuration before ordering. Match the vehicle year, model, and front brake application to the fitment list, especially on Volkswagen Golf and Volkswagen Jetta models where multiple front disc brake setups are shown. Inspect the caliper bore, seals, and related hydraulic components during service, and confirm the piston surface is clean before installation.
Quality Assurance
Carlson brake hydraulics parts are cataloged for application-specific service work. Confirm fitment against the vehicle’s front brake setup and caliper identification before installation.
- Fits 1994 Volkswagen Golf, front, D280; Disc Brake Caliper Piston
- Fits 1985-1993 Volkswagen Cabriolet, front, Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280.
- Fits 1993 Volkswagen Golf, front, Disc; D280
- Fits 1985-1991 Volkswagen Golf, front, Disc; D280
- Fits 1993 Volkswagen Jetta, front, Disc D569
- Fits 1992 Volkswagen Golf, front, Disc D569
- Fits 1988-1992 Volkswagen Jetta, front, Disc; D280
- Fits 1985-1988 Volkswagen Quantum, front, Disc D307 Repair Kit
- Fits 1985-1987 Volkswagen Jetta, front, Disc D307 Repair Kit
- Fits 1980-1984 Volkswagen Jetta, front, Disc; D158
- Fits 1982-1984 Volkswagen Quantum, front, Disc; D206
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | 1.9L | L4 | Front | D280; Disc Brake Caliper Piston |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1993 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc D569 |
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc D569 |
| 1992 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1991 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1990 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1989 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1988 | Volkswagen | Quantum | GL | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Quantum | GL | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1987 | Volkswagen | Quantum | Base | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Quantum | GL | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1986 | Volkswagen | Quantum | Base | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Cabriolet | — | — | — | Front | Disc Brake Caliper Repair Kit for D569 and D280. |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Golf | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D280 |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Quantum | GL | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1985 | Volkswagen | Quantum | Base | — | — | Front | Disc D307 Repair Kit |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D158 |
| 1984 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D206 |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D158 |
| 1983 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D206 |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D158 |
| 1982 | Volkswagen | Quantum | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D206 |
| 1981 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D158 |
| 1980 | Volkswagen | Jetta | — | — | — | Front | Disc; D158 |
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