Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Note:

Due to the automatic rear wheel brake adjustment there is no requirement to adjust the handbrake. Adjustment is only necessary after renewing, handbrake cables, back plate or brake linings

• ‒ Release handbrake.
• ‒ Firmly depress brake pedal once.
• ‒ Pull handbrake lever on four notches.
• ‒ → Tighten adjusting nuts until both wheels are difficult to turn by hand.
• ‒ Release handbrake and check that both wheels turn freely.