Abs Repair Information
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- Before carrying out repair work on the anti-lock braking system, as well as the control module coding, determine the cause of the malfunction using guided fault finding.
Perform "Guided Fault Finding" in Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.
- Disconnect the negative cable from the battery (GND) with the ignition off.
- Carry out before welding with an electric welding tool. Refer to => .
- When working with brake fluid, observe relevant safety precautions and notes. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .
- After finishing any work that required opening the brake system, bleed the brake system using the brake filler/bleeder unit VAS 5234. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .
- During final road test, carry out at least one ABS-controlled braking operation (appropriate pulsations must be felt at brake pedal).
- Absolute cleanliness is required when working on the anti-lock brake system. Do not use any products which contain mineral oil, such as oils, greases etc.
- Thoroughly clean all unions and the adjacent areas before loosening. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents such as brake cleaner, fuel, thinners or similar chemicals.
- Place parts that have been removed on a clean surface and cover.
- After disconnecting the control module from the hydraulic unit, use the valve dome transport protection.
- Carefully cover over opened components or seal, if repairs are not performed immediately (use sealing plugs from repair set Repair Set 1H0 698 311 A).
- Only use lint-free cloths.
- Only unpack replacement parts immediately prior to installation.
- Only use parts in their original packaging.
- Do not work with compressed air and do not move vehicle while the system is open.
- When painting, electronic control module can be exposed to a maximum temperature of 95 °C (203 °F) only briefly, and to a maximum of 85 °C (185 °F) for longer periods (approximately 2 hours).
- Make sure that brake fluid does not enter harness connectors.