Special tools, testers, and measuring equipment

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Fig 1: Identifying Brake Filler And Bleeder Unit VAS 5234

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VAS 5234 Brake filling and bleeding tool

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Filler And Bleeder Unit V.A.G 1869

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V.A.G 1869 Brake filling and bleeding tool with Adapter set V.A.G 1869/4

NOTE:

Use only new Original VW / Audi brake fluid, see ETKA

WARNING:

Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids containing mineral oils (oil, gas, cleaning solutions). Oils containing minerals damage seals and sleeves on brake systems.
Brake fluid is poisonous. Due to its caustic nature, it must also never be brought into contact with paint.
Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that it absorbs moisture from the air. Always store brake fluid in air-tight containers.
Wash off brake fluid spillage using plenty of water.

Observe waste disposal regulations!

Observe operating instructions for VAS 5234 or for V.A.G 1869 !

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap

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Remove brake fluid reservoir cap - 1 -.

WARNING:

The strainer in the brake fluid reservoir must not be removed.

Remove brake fluid reservoir plug - arrow -.

Fig 4: Connecting Suction Hose From VAS 52.4 Or V.A.G 1869 To Tube Of Brake Fluid Reservoir

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Connect suction hose from VAS 5234 or V.A.G 1869 to tube - 1 - of brake fluid reservoir.
Extract as much brake fluid as possible using suction hose from VAS 5234 or from V.A.G 1869 or with extractor bottle.
Disconnect suction hose.
Install brake fluid reservoir plug.

WARNING: Do not reuse, (used) extracted brake fluid.

Fig 5: Connecting Suction Hose From VAS 52.4 Or V.A.G 1869 To Tube Of Brake Fluid Reservoir

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Install adapter - 1 - to brake fluid reservoir.
Connect filler hose - 2 - from VAS 5234 or V.A.G 1869 to adapter.