Hydraulic System, Post-Bleeding: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Audi A3 and 2015 Audi A3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Perform the post-bleeding procedure when:
- The brake pedal travel is too long, or the so-called >>soft brake pedal<<
Special Tools And Workshop Equipment Required
- Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit:VAS5234 with Brake Bleeder Adapter :VAS5234/1
- or
- Brake Filling and Bleeding Equipment:VAS6860 with Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit - Adapter:VAS5234/1A
- Brake Bleeding Tool Set:VAS6564
- Wrench - Brake Bleeder Set:VAS5519
Procedure
NOTE:
A second technician is required for post-bleeding.
-- Connect the :VAS6860 .
NOTE:
Use a suitable bleeder hose. It must be seated tightly on the bleed screw so that no air can enter the brake system.
-- Attach the bleed hose from the bleeder bottle to the bleed screw.