Brake Lines, Repairing: Notes
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Flare brake lines with 5 mm outer diameter using Flaring Tool VAS 6056 without damaging coating. In this way, brake lines can be inexpensively partially replaced in certain cases.
Work with brake line kit VAG 1356 is not permitted because of the coating and diameter of black brake lines.
NOTE:
- 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 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
- Brake line flaring appliance VAS 6056
- Brake filler/bleeder unit VAS 5234
Listing of individual tools:
1 - Flaring appliance VAS 6056/1
- Flaring Jaws VAS 6056/6 are contained in the Flaring Tool VAS 6056/1
2 - Tube cutter VAS 6056/2
3 - Brake line shearing tool VAS 6056/3
- The threaded pins (in shaft and at sides) are set and must not be adjusted!
4 - Self-grip pliers with plastic clamping jaws VAS 6056/4
5 - Line bending tool VAS 6056/5
6 - SW6 angle screwdriver
7 - Flaring jaws VAS 6056/7