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Bleeding The Brake System

-- Attach the adapter -1- to the brake fluid reservoir.

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Observe the Operating Instructions for :VAS5234  !

-- Set the correct pressure on the :VAS5234  : Suspension and brake systems. Refer to HYDRAULIC SYSTEM .

-- Connect the hose on the :VAS5234  to the adapter -1-.

NOTE:

The bleed hose must fit tightly over the bleed screw to prevent air from getting into the brake system.

The brake fluid level in the reservoir must be high enough so that air cannot get into the brake system.

For RHD vehicles, begin with the front right.

By using the :VAS6564/9  the removal of the rear wheels is no longer necessary.

Front Axle 

-- Remove the cap -1- from the bleed screw on the left front brake caliper.

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-- Connect the collector bottle bleed hose -1- to the left front breather valve.

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-- Open the breather valve and let the corresponding quantity of brake fluid drain out, refer to sequence And Brake Fluid Capacity Table .

-- Close the bleed screw. Torque. Refer to FRONT BRAKE CALIPER .

-- Reattach the brake caliper bleeder screw cap.

-- Repeat the steps for the front right.

Rear Axle 

-- Remove the cap -1- on the left rear brake caliper breather valve.

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-- Use the :VAS6564/9  for the rear axle.

-- Guide the bleed hose -1- from the :VAS6564  from the inside of the rim through the socket -3- and connect to the bleed screw.

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-- Open the breather valve and let the corresponding quantity of brake fluid drain out, refer to sequence And Brake Fluid Capacity Table .

-- Closer the breather valve: torque. Refer to FRONT BRAKE CALIPER .

-- Install the cap on the left rear brake caliper bleed valve.

-- Repeat the same procedure on the right rear side of the vehicle.