Brake System And Shock Absorbers, Visually Inspecting For Leaks And Damage
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Volkswagen Jetta, 2017 Volkswagen Jetta, 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, and 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Check the following components for leaks and damage:
- Brake master cylinder
- Brake booster (with ABS: hydraulic unit)
- Brake pressure regulator
- Brake caliper
- Shock absorber (only during Inspection)
- Make sure the dust caps are on the brake fluid bleeder valves.
-- Make sure the brake hoses are not twisted.
-- Make sure that no brake hose must touch any vehicle components at the maximum steering angle.
-- Check all brake hoses for chafing, porosity and cracks.
-- Check the brake lines for corrosion.
-- Check brake connections and mounts for proper seating, leakages and corrosion.
WARNING:
Correct any malfunctions (repair procedure).