Handbrake (disc brake) - adjust — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 5U4, 5U3, 5UA, 5UC, 5UB

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• The brake must be operational and bled.
• With this procedure, the vehicle will be completely immobilized by activating the lever between the 3rd and 4th tooth.
• A slight rubbing is allowed.

📋 Procedure

1. The brake must be operational and bled.
2. Lift the vehicle.
3. Activate the brake pedal with a strength of 300 N.
4. Release handbrake lever cables.
5. Provide a calibre of 1.6 mm between the cable activation rod and the rear brake support (2 sides).

6. Position the handbrake lever in the rest position. Tighten the adjustment nut (arrow A) until the calibres are released from the rear brake support.
7. Pull the handbrake and then release it again.
8. Check if both wheels turn freely.
9. Loosen the nut (A) until the wheel turns freely. A slight rubbing is allowed. [Note: With this procedure, the vehicle will be completely immobilized by activating the lever between the 3rd and 4th tooth.]
10. Release the handbrake and check that the wheels turn freely, otherwise slightly loosen the nut (A). [Note: A slight rubbing is allowed.]
11. Make a test-drive and check the wheels' temperature with your hands.

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