Brake System And Shock Absorber, Checking For Leaks And Damage

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Volkswagen Beetle, 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, 2014 Volkswagen Beetle, and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Check the following components for leaks and damages:

Brake master cylinder
Brake booster (on anti-lock braking system: hydraulic unit)
Brake pressure regulator
Brake calipers
Shock absorber (only during Inspection)
Make sure the dust caps are on the brake fluid bleed valves.

-- Make sure the brake hoses are not twisted.

-- Turn steering to left stop and to right stop. During this operation no brake hose must touch any vehicle components.

-- Check brake hoses for porosity and cracks.

-- Check brake hoses and lines for chafing.

-- Check brake connections and mounts for proper seating, leakages and corrosion.

WARNING:

Correct any malfunctions (repair procedure).