Brake System, Bleeding Using Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit :Vas5234: Post-Bleeding: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg, and 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Perform A Post-Bleeding When:

the brake pedal travel is too long, or the so-called >>soft brake pedal<<
when a brake fluid reservoir chamber is completely empty on vehicles with EDL, EDL/ASR or EDL/ASR/ESP. This happens if there are leaks in the brake system.

A Second Technician Is Required During The Post-Bleeding:

-- Depress brake pedal forcefully and hold.

-- Open bleeder valve at brake caliper.

-- Press brake pedal down onto stop.

-- Close bleeder valve with pedal depressed.

-- Release brake pedal slowly.

This Bleeding Procedure Must Be Performed 5 Times Per Brake Caliper.