Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Checking vacuum generation
 Note
| The average air pressure of the earth's atmosphere at sea
level is 1013 mbar and decreases steeply as the altitude
increases (approx. 100 mbar/1,000 m altitude). Local and time
fluctuations also influence vacuum generation. |
| A cold engine, a switched-on air-conditioning system as well
as engine idling have an adverse influence on generation of a
vacuum. |
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Before starting work, check all vacuum hoses for damage
(e.g. cracks or marten bite) and to check that they are
correctly and firmly attached |
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Connect brake servo vacuum gauge -VAS 6721-
→ Chapter. |
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Open cut-off valve -A-. |
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Close cut-off valves -B+C-. |
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Start warm engine (>60°C), press accelerator briefly (engine
speed above 2,000 rpm). |
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Read indicated measured value. |
| Normally (see notes), the vacuum that is generated should be
between 600 and 950 mbar (depending on engine size). |
| If the measured value is not reached even through the
preconditions (see notes) have been met, the vacuum system must
first be checked for leaks. |
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For comparison purposes, generate the vacuum with the manual
vacuum pump -VAS 6213-
→ Chapter. |
| Open cut-off valve -B- to
facilitate removal of hose connections and adapter. |
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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Vacuum gauge for brake servo -VAS 6721-
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Note
The average air pressure of the earth's atmosphere at sea
level is 1013 mbar and decreases steeply as the altitude
increases (approx. 100 mb ...
Other materials:
Hitching and connecting the trailer
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Emergency breakaway cable
Always fasten the trailer's emergency breakaway cable properly to the towing
vehicle. Leave enough slack in the emergency breakaway cable so that the vehicle
can still drive around corners ...
Testing equipment and tools
List of test equipment, tools and materials
Note
This list is an overview of the test equipment, tools and
materials necessary for professional repairs to the refrigerant
circuit.
Caution
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Removing and installing insulation
Removing
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Lever retaining clips -2- out of bonnet
-3- using removal lever -80-200-.
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Pull insulation -1- out of elongated
holes -arrows-.
Inst ...
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Connecting vacuum gauge for brake servo -VAS 6721-
Checking for leaks