Clutch System, Bleeding

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Special tools and equipment

Fig 1: VAS 5234 Brake Filler And Bleeder Unit

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VAS 5234 brake filler and bleeder unit for brakes

Brake fluid specification:

Refer to 47 BRAKES - HYDRAULIC COMPONENTS

NOTE: Prefilling the system is not necessary!

Connect VAS 5234 brake filler and bleeder unit.

NOTE: If necessary, use bleed hose V.A.G 1238/B3 - 670 mm long - to bleed the system.

Connect bleed hose to brake bleeding appliance collector bottle.

Fig 2: Identifying Bleed Hose & Brake Bleeder

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Connect bleed hose -A- to bleeder (arrow) and open bleeder valve.
Pressurize system to 2 bar
Open bleeder valve
Bleed off about 100 cm3 brake fluid.

Rapidly operate pedal from stop to stop 10 to 15 times.
Bleed off an additional 50 cm3 brake fluid.
Close bleeder valve.
Depress clutch pedal several times after completion of bleeding process.