Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Removing LHD –  Then remove complete air filter housing if it is preventing access to master cylinder → Rep. gr.23 or → Rep. gr.24. –  Remove engine control unit from bulkhead if it is preventing access to master cylinder → Rep. gr.23 or → Rep. gr.24 Right-hand drive

In some vehicles, master cylinder is located behind a line for air conditioning system -arrow-. An insulation mat is installed in conjunction with some engines. Appearance may be different from that illustrated.

–  Remove heat shield mat -arrows-. Continuation for all   Note t  During the following work, ensure that no brake fluid lands on longitudinal member or gearbox. If this does happen, clean the affected areas thoroughly.

t  Place a lint-free cloth under the master cylinder. –  Clamp off supply hose to master cylinder using hose clamp -3094-. –  Pull supply hose -1- off master cylinder. –  In addition, for disconnecting, you can close it with the sealing tool -T10249/1- (⇒ figure above). –  Release securing clip -2- using screwdriver or a pointed object and pull pipe/hose line -3- off master cylinder.   Note Securing clip -2- can also be pulled out to side in some master cylinders.

Vehicles with start/stop system: –  Unclip clutch position sender -G476- on master cylinder -arrow A- and -arrow B-. –  Remove clutch position sender from master cylinder with electrical connector connected. Continuation for all   Note When performing work in the footwell, put cloths on the carpet to protect it from possible brake fluid spills. –  Remove driver side trim → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70. –  Remove footwell vent → Heating, air conditioning; Rep. gr.80.

–  If fitted, remove crash bar -arrow-. –  Remove clutch pedal switch -F36- → Chapter.

–  Remove securing nuts -1- and -2-. –  Remove mounting bracket -3-.