Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Testing for leaks
| Special tools and workshop equipment
required |
| Tester for brake pressure regulator -V.A.G 1310 A- |
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| Adapter M10 -V.A.G 1310/6- |
| Brake system (hydraulic unit, brake hoses, brake lines and
brake calipers) operating properly and free of leaks. |
| Carry out the following work: |
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Remove bleeder valve at one of front brake calipers. |
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Connect pressure gauge -V.A.G 1310 A- and bleed. |
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Apply pressure to brake pedal until gauge indicates a
pressure of 50 bar. The pressure must not drop by more than
4 bar within the test period of 45 seconds. Renew brake master
cylinder if drop in pressure exceeds specification. |
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Note
Carry out subsequent bleeding when:
brake pedal travel is too long or so-called
»soft brake pedal«
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Other materials:
Assembly overview - glove compartment
1 -
Glove compartment
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
Damper element
For glove compartment lid
With glove compartment light switch -E26-
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
3 -&nbs ...
Frequently asked questions
If you suspect that there is a fault in the vehicle or if your vehicle has been
damaged, read and observe the following information before contacting
a Volkswagen dealership or qualified workshop. You may also find useful information
in the index under the headings Things to note or Checklist. ...
Snow chains
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Please heed legislation and also the permitted speed
when driving your vehicle with snow chains.
In winter conditions, snow chains will not only improve acceleration, but also
braking response.
Snow chains may only b ...
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Subsequent bleeding of hydraulic system