Bleeding brake system using brake filling and bleeding equipmentVAS 5234 — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Caddy III (2K, 2004–2015); platform code 2C0

• Opens: brake fluid
• Special tools named: V.A.G 1869

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• Adhere strictly to work sequence when bleeding brake system.
• Use suitable bleeder hose. It must sit tightly on bleeder valve so that no air can enter brake system.
• This bleed sequence must be carried out 5 times per brake caliper.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Only use brake fluid that is in accordance with the VW standard Electronic Parts Catalogue. — Connect brake filling and bleeding equipmentVAS 5234 or V.A.G 1869.
2. Leave bleeder valves open with brake fluid hoses connected until brake fluid free from air bubbles flows out.
3. Then bleed hydraulic unit again using vehicle diagnostic tester. Basic setting.
4. Connect vehicle diagnostic tester and select function .
5. Bleed brake system as normal. Basic setting. [Note: Adhere strictly to work sequence when bleeding brake system.]

6. Connect brake filling and bleeding equipmentVAS 5234 or V.A.G 1869.
7. Open bleeder valves in specified order and bleed brake calipers. [Note: Use suitable bleeder hose. It must sit tightly on bleeder valve so that no air can enter brake system.]
8. Leave bleeder valve of each brake caliper open with bleeder hose fitted until brake fluid discharges free of air bubbles.
9. Depress brake pedal firmly and hold.
10. Open bleeder valve on brake caliper.
11. Fully depress brake pedal.
12. Close bleeder valve with pedal held down.
13. Release brake pedal slowly. [Note: This bleed sequence must be carried out 5 times per brake caliper.] [Note: A road test must be carried out after the brakes have been bled. When doing this an ABS regulation must be carried out at least once!]

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