Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Testing for leaks
| Special tools and workshop equipment
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| 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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Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Sealing plug repair kit -1H0 698 311 A-
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Other materials:
Removing and installing electronics box (E-box)
Removing
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With ignition switched off, disconnect earth cable from
battery
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Diesel engine
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Remove engine control unit and lay to one side with
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Outer shoulder wear
Unsuitable use of self-levelling adjustments on pneumatic
suspension system
The use of the offroad level is recommended only for driving
offroad. Permanent use of the offroad level during normal road
operation can lead to increased tyre ...
Assembly overview - rear brake caliper
When carrying out repairs, install all parts supplied in
repair kit.
Use only methylated spirits for cleaning the brake.
New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and are
pre-bled.
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Pre-bleeding brake system pressure accumulator -VX70-