Hydraulic System, Post-Bleeding

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

Perform the post-bleeding procedure when:

The brake pedal travel is too long, or the so-called >>soft brake pedal<<

A second technician is required for post-bleeding.

-- Connect the Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit:VAS5234

-- Depress the brake pedal forcefully and hold.

-- Open the bleeder valve on the brake caliper.

-- Press the brake pedal down until it stops.

-- Close the bleeder valve with the pedal depressed.

-- Release the brake pedal slowly.

NOTE:

This bleeding procedure must be performed five times per brake caliper.

Bleeding sequence:

1 - Left front brake caliper

2 - Right front brake caliper

3 - Left rear brake caliper

4 - Right rear brake caliper

NOTE:

A road test must be performed after bleeding. During this, at least one ABS control must be performed!