Golf L4-2.0L (ABA) (1996)
Brake Bleeding: Service and Repair
WARNING: Brake fluid is poisonous.
CAUTION: Brake fluid must not come in contact with painted parts. Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air and must therefore be replaced every
two years. DO NOT use silicon-based brake fluid (DOT 5). Even the smallest traces can cause severe corrosion in the brake system. Use only new,
approved brake fluid that complies with DOT 4.
Bleeding, With Us 1116, Or Equivalent, Pressure Bleeder
1. Connect pressure bleeder to fluid reservoir.
2. Connect hose from bleeder bottle to calipers and bleed brakes in the following sequence:
a. Right rear caliper/wheel cylinder
b. Left rear caliper/wheel cylinder
c. Right front caliper
d. Left front caliper
NOTE:
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On vehicles with pressure regulator move the regulator lever when bleeding rear brake.
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Depress the brake pedal several times while bleeding.
Bleeding, Without Pressure Bleeder
1. Connect hose from bleeder bottle to brake at each wheel using above sequence.
2. Pump brake pedal several times and then hold pedal down.
3. Open bleed screw.
4. Close bleed screw.
CAUTION: The brake fluid level in the reservoir must not fall below the MIN mark during bleeding.
5. Release brake pedal.
6. Repeat operation until brake fluid flows without air bubbles.