Brake system. general description The brake system consists of a master cylinder, a brake booster and disc brakes on the front and rear wheels. The hydraulic brake drive system is divided into...
Front brake pads — removal and installation Withdrawal Mark the position of the front wheels on the hubs so that you can then reinstall the balanced wheels in their original position. Loosen the wheel...
Brake disc — removal and installation Attention: If the brake caliper is removed only to remove the brake disc, then do not unscrew the brake hose, otherwise after installation it will be necessary...
Rear brake pads — removal and installation Withdrawal Mark the position of the rear wheels on the hubs so that the balanced wheels can then be set to the same positions. Loosen the wheel bolts with the...
Rear brake caliper — removal and installation Attention: If the brake caliper is removed only to remove the brake disc, then do not unscrew the brake hose, otherwise after installation it will be necessary...
Rear brake disc — removal and installation Withdrawal Remove the rear brake caliper without unscrewing the brake hose, otherwise you will have to bleed the air from the brakes after installation. Hang...
Brake Disc — Thickness Measurement Examination Mark the position of the wheels on the hubs so that you can then reinstall the balanced wheels in their original positions. Loosen the wheel bolts...
Brake fluid When working with brake fluid, the following rules must be observed: Brake fluid is poisonous. Never suck it in through the hose with your mouth. Store liquid...
Bleeding the brake system After each repair, in which the brake pipes and hoses were disconnected, air enters the system. In this case, the air must be removed from the system. There is...
Brake lines — replacement Brake lines are made of hard plastic-coated metal tubes. The connection to the front and rear wheels is made through flexible and durable hoses. Brake pipes...
Front brake hose — replacement Caution: Brake hoses must not be exposed to engine oil or gasoline, and must not be painted or coated with a protective underbody coating. Withdrawal Mark the...
Brake booster — check Checking the vacuum brake booster The brake booster should be tested for function if the brake pedal force required to stop the vehicle is unusually high. With...
Parking brake Removal and installation of parking brake pads Withdrawal Remove the rear brake disc. Unhook the front return spring with the special clip. Check the spring....
Brake light switch — check and replace The brake light switch is located in the footwell on the brake pedal support. Late car models Examination If the brake light does not come on, check the fuse...
Brake pedal — adjustment Caution: Be sure to adjust the brake pedal height after removing or replacing the master cylinder or brake booster. Also adjust the position of the brake light...