Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Repairing smooth pipe
| Smooth pipe with a diameter or 5x1 mm or 6x1 mm can be
repaired with EPDM hose. |
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Cut damaged section at right angles out of smooth pipe which
is to be repaired. |
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Select the appropriate EPDM hose -2-
and cable ties according to the electronic parts catalogue
(ETKA). |
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Cut EPDM hose -2- so that ends
-1- and -3-
of smooth pipe can each be pushed about 10 mm into the EPDM hose
-2-. |
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Secure the repair joints with cable ties
-1-. |
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A new repair concept has been developed for repair work on
wash system hoses. Various connectors, special EPDM hoses
(ethylene-propylene terpolymer) and heat-shrink h ...
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Hot air blower -VAS 5179- or
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Other materials:
Subsequent bleeding of hydraulic system
Note
Carry out subsequent bleeding when:
brake pedal travel is too long or so-called
»soft brake pedal«
Subsequent bleeding requires the assistance of a second
mechanic.
–&n ...
Engine oil specification
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The engine oil used must correspond exactly to specifications.
The correct engine oil is important for the function and service life of the
engine. A special high quality multigrade oil has been filled at the factory and ...
Extraction and charging valve, low-pressure side
Note
Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783- with 1/4" ratchet adapter -VAS
6234-
Appropriate insert -T10364- to remove valve core
→ Fig.
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Connection with external thread and gr ...
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