Brake System, Bleeding
Brake System, Bleeding
Description covers bleeding of brake system using the brake filler/bleeder unit (VAS 5234).
CAUTION!
The Passat utilizes a new special brake fluid. This is indicated by the VW standard (VW 501 14).
• Brake fluid is poisonous. Due to its caustic nature, it must also never be brought into contact with paint.
• Brake fluid is hygroscopic, meaning that it absorbs moisture from the surrounding air, and must therefore be stored in air-tight containers.
• Rinse off any spilled brake fluid using plenty of water.
There must be a positive pressure of 2 bar to bleed the hydraulic unit.