Bleeding Sequence

-- Build pressure up in brake system by pumping brake pedal.

TIP:

Press the brake pedal slowly to prevent bubbles from building up.

-- As soon as pressure is built up, hold the brake pedal in depressed position.

-- Open the bleeder screw with bleeder bottle hose connected, until the pressure is reduced (pedal drops).

-- Hold the pedal in the depressed position and close the bleed screw.

-- Release brake pedal and wait approximately two seconds so that brake fluid can flow out of the brake fluid reservoir.

-- Repeat the procedure until the brake fluid flows out clear and without bubbles.

-- Tighten the bleed screw, remove the bleeder hose and place the protective cap on the bleed screw.

-- Repeat the bleeding procedure in the specified sequence for the remaining brake calipers.

-- Fill the brake fluid reservoir under consideration of brake pad wear up to the "MAX" mark and screw on the fuel cap.

Fig 1: Brake Fluid Reservoir

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Do not add brake fluid above the "MAX" mark otherwise it will leak out of the reservoir.

-- Start the engine and check the brake pedal travel and pressure.

-- If the pedal travel is too long, check the brake system for leaks or repeat the bleeding procedure.

CAUTION:

- Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.

Brake Fluid, Changing. Refer to appropriate service information.