Brake Cylinder, Checking For Leaks: Removing
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.
-- Loosen the wheel bolts.
-- Raise the vehicle.
-- Remove the wheel.
-- Reset brake. Refer to REAR DRUM BRAKE, RESETTING .
-- Remove brake drum. Refer to BRAKE DRUM .
-- Clean the area of the brake cylinder for the visual inspection.
-- Slightly lift the dust boot -1- from the brake cylinder -2- with the trim removal wedge -3-.
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Trim Removal Wedge 3409
Be careful not to damage the dust boot when removing it.
-- See if there is brake fluid in the dust boot.
NOTE:
It is absolutely necessary to replace the brake cylinder if there are leaks or damage.
Cleaning:
WARNING:
Do not blow brake system using compressed air, the dust produced is harmful to health!
Use only appropriate solvents for cleaning brake system.