Brake Fluid Level, Checking

03 - Service Procedures

Brake Fluid Level, Checking

Please note the following:

• Brake fluid level is dependent on pad wear.

CAUTION!
• Brake fluid is poisonous.

CAUTION!
Due to it's caustic nature, it must also never be brought into contact with paint.

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that it absorbs moisture from the air. Always store brake fluid in air-tight containers.

Wash off brake fluid spillage using plenty of water.

Observe waste disposal regulations!

Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids containing mineral oils (oil, gas, cleaning solutions). Oils containing minerals damage seals and sleeves on brake systems.

• Use a "new" special brake fluid with this vehicle. This can only be recognized by the replacement part number Brake fluid VW 501 14 (B 000 750).

• Use only the new brake fluid. The previous brake fluid, with part number B 000 700 A must "Not" be filled in the Passat brake system.

Brake fluid level at delivery inspection:

- At time of delivery inspection, brake fluid level must be at MAX mark - 1 -.





• To prevent the brake fluid from overflowing from the reservoir, the level must not be over the MAX mark - 1 -.

Brake fluid level at inspection service:

Brake fluid level must always be evaluated depending on brake pad wear.

During operation of the vehicle, the brakes are automatically readjusted depending on wear of the brake pads. Because of the adjustment, brake fluid level will be slightly lower as a result.

• Recommended brake fluid level when brake pad wear limit is nearly reached:

"At MIN-marking and slightly above it" - 2 -, " NO TOPPING OFF REQUIRED".





• Recommended brake fluid level when brake pads are new, or pad wear limit is not nearly reached:

"Between MIN- and MAX-Marking".

CAUTION!
If brake fluid level is below MIN mark - 2 -, check brake system for leaks before adding brake fluid.