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 system.

Perform the Following Procedure:

- Remove the air filter housing if the bleed valve - arrow - is not accessible.

- Connect the (VAS 5234) or the (V.A.G 1869).





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

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

- Attach the hose to the bleed valve - arrow -.

- Apply 2 bar pressure to the system.

- Open the bleed valve.

- Let approximately 100 cm3 of brake fluid flow out.

- Close the bleed valve.

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

- Open the bleed valve again.

- Let another 50 cm3 of brake fluid flow out.

- Close the bleed valve.

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

- If removed, install the air filter housing.