Checking For Leaks
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Brake Pressure Gauge: VAG1310A
- Brake Pedal Actuator: VAG1869/2 .
Additional adapters may be needed in order to connect : VAG1310A to the caliper.
High Pressure Testing
- Brake system (brake master cylinder, brake hoses, brake lines and brake calipers) tested for function and leaks.
-- Remove bleed screw at one of the front brake calipers. Connect the : VAG1310A and bleed.
-- Insert the : VAG1869/2 between the brake pedal and driver seat. Apply pressure to brake pedal until the gauge indicates a pressure of 50 bar (725 psi). The pressure must not drop by more than 4 bar (58 psi) during the test period of 45 seconds.
Replace master cylinder if pressure drops greatly.
Low Pressure Testing
-- Set the brake pedal actuator back far enough that the pressure gauge indicates 6 bar (87 psi) positive pressure.
-- The pressure must not drop by more than 1 bar (14.5 psi) during a test period of 3 minutes.
Replace master cylinder if pressure drops greatly.