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Brake System, Bleeding With Brake Filler/Bleeder Unit Vas 5234 Or VAG 1869: Post-Bleeding

A second mechanic is required to assist:

-- Depress brake pedal forcefully and hold.

-- Open bleeder valve at brake caliper.

-- Press brake pedal down onto stop.

-- Close bleeder screw with pedal depressed.

-- Release brake pedal slowly.

This bleeding procedure must be performed 5 times per brake caliper.

Bleeding sequence:

1 - Front left brake caliper.

2 - Front right brake caliper.

3 - Left rear brake caliper.

4 - Right rear brake caliper.

A road test must be performed after bleeding. During this, at least one ABS regulation must be performed!

-- Install rear wheels.

Tightening specifications of wheel bolts, refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATION .