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Authorized brake fluid specifications in vehicles from model until
year 2005:
♦ Brake fluid corresponds to the USA rule FMVSS 116 DOT 4
(brake fluid used up to the date)
♦ Brake fluid corresponds to the VW rule, VW 501 14 (new brake
fluid).
Authorized brake fluid specification in vehicles from model after
year 2006:
♦ Brake fluid corresponds to the VW rule, VW 501 14 (new brake
fluid).
WARNING
♦ Do not let the brake fluid contact fluids containing mineral
oils (oil, petrol, cleaning materials). Mineral oils damage
the sealing and the brake system hoses.
♦ The brake fluid is toxic. Due to its acidic properties it
should not come into contact with painted surfaces.
♦ The brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is, it absorbs the local
air humidity and, for this reason, it is stored in airtight
packages.
♦ Wash off any brake fluid spillage with plenty of water.
♦ Follow the rules for disposal!
Carry out the following work sequence:
Observe the work instructions for Brake filler and bleeder -VAS
5234- and Brake bleeding device - VAG 1869- .
– Remove the cover -1- from the brake fluid reservoir.
– Aspirate with a hose from the Brake filler and bleeder -VAS
5234- -1-, or Brake bleeding device -VAG 1869- or with an
aspiration bottle with filter, removing as much brake fluid as
possible.
Note
Do not reuse the (used) aspired brake fluid.
– Install the Brake pedal's tensioning element -VAG 1869/2- be‐
tween the driver's seat and the brake pedal, pressing it.
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