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Electronic Stabilization Program Brake Bleeding Sequence






Electronic Stabilization Program Brake Bleeding Sequence

A pressure of at least 2 bar is required for bleeding the hydraulic unit. For this reason it is important to always check the pressure setting on the bleeder unit.

Use the brake pedal depressor when installing brake system components, and bleed the system afterward.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Brake filler/bleeder unit (VAS 5234)

Bleeding the brake system using brake filler and bleeder unit (VAS 5234)

Follow the operating instructions.

- Connect the brake filler and bleeder unit (VAS 5234).

- Open the bleeder valves in the specified order and bleed the brake calipers (assist as required with pedal pressure).

Bleed sequence

1 Left front brake caliper
2 Right front brake caliper
3 Left rear brake caliper
4 Right rear brake caliper

- Keep bleeding the calipers until clear, foam free brake fluid emerges.

- Close the bleeder valves.