Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Bleeding hydraulic system following standard procedure
Note
Bleeding the hydraulic system using brake filling and
bleeding equipment -VAS 5234- is described. |
A pre-pressure of 2 bar is required for bleeding the ABS
hydraulic unit -N55-. |
Special tools and workshop equipment
required |
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Brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234- |
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Tool set for brake bleeding -VAS 6564- |
Carry out the following work: |
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On vehicles with 15-inch rims, remove rear wheels. |
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Adhere strictly to work sequence when bleeding brake system. |
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Connect brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234-. |
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Open bleeder valves in specified order and bleed brake
calipers. |
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Front left brake caliper |
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Front right brake caliper |
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Rear left wheel brake cylinder |
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Rear right wheel brake cylinder |
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Brake system pressure accumulator -VX70-, LHD vehicles |
Use suitable bleeder hose. It must sit tightly on bleeder
valve so that no air can enter brake system: |
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Leave bleeder valve of each brake caliper open with bleeder
hose fitted until brake fluid discharges free of air bubbles. |
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General notes on brake fluid
Only use new brake fluid conforming to VW standard
(VW 501 14).
Note
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Carry out subsequent bleeding when:
brake pedal travel is too long or so-called
»soft brake pedal«
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Other materials:
Removing and installing condenser
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331/- (5…50 Nm)
Air conditioner service station
Note
The pre ...
Adjusting the driving mode to suit your requirements
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The systems that can be adjusted to your individual requirements
depend on the vehicle equipment level.
Switch on the ignition.
If necessary, switch on the infotainment system.
Press the Driving Mode Selec ...
Removing and installing sealing flange on gearbox side
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Flared ring spanner tool insert AF 24 -V.A.G 1332/11-
Depth gauge -VAS 6082-
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