New Beetle GLS L4-1.8L Turbo (AWV) (2001)
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Brake Master Cylinder: Service and Repair
Removing and Installing
Special tools and equipment
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3094 Hose clamps or equivalent
CAUTION! Before working on the brake system, read the CAUTIONS and WARNINGS.
Removing
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Spread sufficient lint-free cloths in area of plenum chamber, and on engine and transmission to catch any escaping brake fluid.
WARNING!
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Brake fluid is poisonous.
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To draw off brake fluid from the reservoir, use a bleeder bottle which is used only for brake fluid. Never siphon brake fluid by mouth.
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Using bleeder bottle, draw off as much brake fluid as possible from brake fluid reservoir.
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Clamp clutch master cylinder supply hose with clamp 3094 or equivalent.
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Remove clutch master cylinder supply hose from reservoir.
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Disconnect brake fluid level sensor wiring connector.
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Disconnect brake lines on brake master cylinder and seal with plugs from repair kit, Part No. 1 HO 698 311 A.
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Remove nuts securing brake master cylinder to brake booster.
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Carefully remove brake master cylinder from brake booster.
Installing
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Install master cylinder in reverse order of removal.
Notes:
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When connecting brake master cylinder and brake booster be sure that the push rod is correctly located in the master cylinder.
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After installing, bleed brakes.
