VDO CONTISYS OBD - V3.0, Instruction Manual

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Note : The electronic parking brake 'Service Bedding-in Procedure mode' will be
active for the remainder of the ignition cycle, or until the vehicle speed exceeds 31
mph (50 km/h). If the procedure needs to be re-entered, the entry actions must be
repeated.
Renault - handbrake
There are test functions available under the circuit tests section of the handbrake
menu these are described below.
Release brakes
Pre-test conditions:
• The vehicle must be stationary
• The vehicle must be on level ground
• The engine must not be running
The test requests the handbrake is released. The brakes will be released during this
test once this test has been completed then the apply brakes function should be
performed.
Apply brakes
Pre-test conditions:
• The vehicle must be stationary
• The vehicle must be on level ground
• The engine must not be running
The test requests the handbrake is applied. The brakes will be applied during this test.
VAG – Electro-mechanic Parking Brake (EPB) system
VW/Audi EPB system integrates two electro-mechanical actuators (right and left
parking brake motors) into the rear disc brake callipers. The EPB system replaces the
traditional handbrake system.
When the vehicle is stationary or when the EPB/Auto hold button is pressed the EPB
control module activates the parking bake motors on the rear wheels holding the
vehicle in place.
Pre-test conditions:
• The vehicle must be stationary
• The vehicle must be on level ground
• The brake fluid level is correct
• The parking brake is off
Note: During the process of releasing and resetting the brake pistons the ECM may
store DTCs in the EPB or ABS control modules. After completing the calibration
procedure the EPB and ABS DTC memory must be cleared.