New Beetle Convertible L5-2.5L (BPR) (2007)
Brake Hose/Line: Service and Repair
Brake Line Repair Instructions
Brake Line Repair Instructions
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Remove affected brake line at brake caliper or wheel brake cylinder and collect escaping brake fluid and dispose of it properly.
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Disconnect brake line at appropriate location (straight, accessible part) with line cutter - 2 -.
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Remove piece to be exchanged.
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Lubricate brake line surface.
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Clamp brake line in self-grip pliers - 4 - so that 50 mm of the plastic clamping jaws show.
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Clamp shearing tool - 3 - in a drill and place it on brake line.
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Shear coating from brake line at a slow RPM and with light pressure against the line.
‹› The length of the sheared-off portion is determined by the stop in the shearing tool.
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Remove shearing tool from brake line and remove shearing remains.
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Remove self-grip pliers and tube fitting - D - from brake line.