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 ...
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Tester for brake pressure regulator -V.A.G 1310 A-
...
Other materials:
Assembly overview - tail lights in rear lid, with LEDs
1 -
Bulb holder
For left reversing light bulb -M16-/right reversing light bulb
-M17-.
Removing and installing
→ Chapter
2 -
Reversing light bulb
Left reversing light bulb -M16- ...
Rims
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The design of the wheel bolts is matched to the rims.
If different rims are fitted, the correct wheel bolts with the right length and
correctly shaped bolt heads must be used. This ensures that wheels are fitted securely ...
Removing and installing tie-down rings
Note
Removal and installation are described for the left
vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as
appropriate.
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
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Bleeding hydraulic system following standard procedure
Testing for leaks