Brake Cylinder, Checking for Leaks

Brake Cylinder, Checking for Leaks

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Disassembly wedge (3409)

• Torque wrench (V.A.G 1331)

Removing

- Loosen the wheel bolts.

- Raise the vehicle.

- Remove the wheel.

- Reset brake. Refer to => [ Rear Drum Brake, Resetting ] Procedures.

- Remove brake drum. Refer to => [ Brake Drum ] Brake Drum.

- Remove the dust boots - 1 - from the brake cylinder - 2 -.






3 (3409)

Be careful not to damage the dust boot when removing it.

- See if there is brake fluid in the dust boot.

• It is absolutely necessary to replace the brake cylinder if there are leaks or damage.

Cleaning:

Do not blow brake system using compressed air, the dust produced is harmful to health!

• Use only appropriate solvents for cleaning brake system.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Install the wheel and tighten.

- Adjust parking brake. Refer to => [ Parking Brake, Adjusting, with Drum Brakes ] Parking Brake, Adjusting, with Drum Brakes.

Tightening Specification