Clutch Hydraulic System: Service and Repair

Clutch System, Bleeding

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit (VAS 5234) or (V.A.G 1869)

• It is not necessary to pre-fill the clutch system.

- Connect the brake charger/bleeder unit (VAS 5234) or (V.A.G 1869).

Use the bleeder hose (670 mm) (V.A.G 1238/B3).

- Connect the hose to the brake charge/bleeder unit collector bottle.

- Connect the hose to the vent valve - arrow -.






- Apply 2 bar pressure to the system.

- Open the vent valve.

- Drain approximately 100 cm3 of brake fluid.

- Close the valve.

- Press the clutch pedal rapidly from stop to stop, 10 to 15 times.

- Open the valve.

- Drain another 50 cm3 of brake fluid.

- Close the valve.

- Press the clutch pedal a few times after bleeding the system.