Clutch Fluid: Service and Repair

Clutch system, bleeding

Special tools and equipment





^ VAS5234 brake filler and bleeder unit for brakes

Brake fluid specification:


Note: Prefilling system is not necessary!

^ Connect VAS 5234 brake filler and bleeder unit.
^ To bleed system use bleed hose V.A.G 1238/B3 -670 mm long, if necessary.
^ Connect bleed hose to brake bleeding appliance collector bottle.





^ Connect bleed hose -A- to bleeder -arrow- and open bleeder valve.
^ Pressurize system to 2 bar
^ Open bleeder valve
^ Bleed off about 100 cm3 brake fluid.
^ Rapidly operate pedal from stop to stop 10 to 15 times.
^ Bleed off an additional 50 cm3 brake fluid.
^ Close bleeder valve.
^ Depress clutch pedal several times after completion of bleeding process.