Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: 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. |
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Connect brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234-. |
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Depress brake pedal firmly and hold. |
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Open bleeder valve on brake caliper. |
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Fully depress brake pedal. |
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Close bleed valve with pedal held down. |
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Release brake pedal slowly. |
Note
This bleed sequence must be carried out 5 times per brake
caliper. |
1 - Front left brake caliper |
2 - Front right brake caliper |
3 - Rear left brake caliper |
4 - Rear right brake caliper |
Note
A road test must be carried out after the brakes have been
bled. When doing this an ABS regulation must be performed at
least once! |
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Note
Bleeding the hydraulic system using brake filling and
bleeding equipment -VAS 5234- is described.
A pre-pressure of 2 ...
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Note
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→ Anchor.
1 -
Lettering
Model designation
2 -
Height dimension
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