Brake Lines, Repairing

Brake Lines, Repairing

Flare brake lines with 5 mm outer diameter using flaring tool (VAS 6056) without damaging the coating. In this way, brake lines can be inexpensively partially replaced in certain cases.

Work with the brake line kit (V.A.G. 1356) is not permitted because of the coating and diameter of black brake lines.

• Brake lines must not be bent more than 90°, otherwise they kink or deform causes unacceptable constriction in the line.

• Disconnect brake lines preferably at the vehicle floor.

• Position of intermediate pieces should be selected so that they cannot rub against moving parts.

• Do not lubricate spindle, clean only with mineral spirits.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Flaring Tool (VAS 6056)

• Brake Filler/Bleeder Unit (VAS 5234)

Listing of Individual Tools






1 Flaring Tool (VAS 6056/1)

• The flaring tool (VAS 6056/1) contains flaring jaws (VAS 6056/6)

2 Pipe Cutter (VAS 6056/2)

3 Brake Line Scraper (VAS 6056/3)

• The threaded pins (in shaft and at sides) are set and must not be adjusted!

4 Self of Grips with Plastic Jaws (VAS 6056/4)

5 Pipe Bending Tool (VAS 6056/5)

6 SW6 Angle Screwdriver

7 Flaring Jaws (VAS 6056/7)