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Repairing clutch release mechanism > < Installing

Leon Mk1

Bleeding clutch system
Bleeding clutch system
Special tools and workshop equipment required
   
t  Brake filling and bleeding equipment -VAS 5234- or
  W00-1101
t  Brake filling and bleeding equipment -V.A.G 1869-
–  Brake fluid specifications → Brake systems; Rep. Gr.47.
  Note!
Prefilling system is not necessary!
–  Connect brake filling and bleeder unit -VAS 5234- or -V.A.G 1869-.
–  To bleed system, use 670 mm long bleeder hose -V.A.G 1238/B3- if necessary.
–  Connect bleeder hose to collector bottle of brake bleeding equipment.
  W00-0457
–  Connect bleeder hose -A- to bleeder connection -arrow-.
–  Pressurise system to 2 bar.
–  Open bleed valve about 1/4 turn.
–  Move clutch pedal 15 to 20 times quickly by hand from stop to stop.
–  Close bleeder valve and switch off brake bleeding equipment.
–  After completing bleeding procedure, when the pressure of 2 bar is released, operate clutch pedal ten more times by foot.
  N30-0311

Repairing clutch release mechanism > < Installing