Wheel Cylinder: Testing and Inspection
Wheel Brake Cylinder, Checking for Leaks
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
• Removal Wedge (3409)
• Torque Wrench (V.A.G 1331)
Removing
- Loosen the wheel bolts.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the wheel.
- Reset brake, refer to => [ Reset Rear Drum Brake ] 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 Brake ] Parking Brake, Adjusting, with Drum Brake.
Tightening Specification