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General Information

Fig 1: Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit VAS 5234
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WARNING:
  • Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids containing mineral oils (oil, gas, cleaning solutions). Oils containing minerals damage seals and sleeves on brake systems.
  • Brake fluid is poisonous. Do not let brake fluid come in contact with the paint.
  • Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which means that it absorbs moisture from the air. Always store brake fluid in air-tight containers.
  • Wash off any spilled brake fluid with plenty of water.
  • Observe waste disposal regulations!

Observe operating instructions for VAS 5234 or for VAG 1869!

-- Remove brake fluid reservoir cap -1-.

Fig 3: View Of Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap
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WARNING:
  • Do not remove the strainer inside the brake fluid reservoir.
NOTE:

Use only new Original Audi brake fluid.

-- Remove brake fluid reservoir plug -arrow-.

Fig 4: Connecting Suction Hose From VAS 52.4 Or VAG 1869 To Tube Of Brake Fluid Reservoir
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-- Connect suction hose from VAS 5234 or VAG 1869 to tube -2- of brake fluid reservoir.

-- With suction hose from VAS 5234 or from VAG 1869 or with extractor, extract 2/3 of the brake fluid.

-- Disconnect suction hose.

-- Install brake fluid reservoir plug.

WARNING:

Do not reuse used / extracted brake fluid!

-- Install adapter -1- to brake fluid reservoir.

Fig 5: Connecting Suction Hose From VAS 52.4 Or VAG 1869 To Tube Of Brake Fluid Reservoir
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-- Connect filler hose -2- from VAS 5234 or VAG 1869 to adapter.