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We have info for following modifications of 1990 Volkswagen Passat

  • 1990 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1990 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRUM BRAKES -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> CONTROL UNIT -> HYDRAULIC MODULATOR -> Jetta -> Passat
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 GAS

Prior to servicing the ABS system, always turn the ignition off, disconnect battery negative cable, and reduce pressure in the reservoir by pressing the brake pedal at least 25-35 times. The reduction in pressure can be felt when pedal effort increases. Serious injury may result if the system is serviced without reducing pressure.

The ABS control unit must never be exposed to temperatures greater than 185°F for more than two hours, or 203°F for even short time periods. The ABS control unit must be unplugged if an electric welder is to be used on the vehicle. ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> MASTER CYLINDER
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 GAS

MASTER CYLINDER

Refer to Fig. during replacement procedures.

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Siphon brake fluid from reservoir, then disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and electrical connectors from brake light switches.
  • Remove master cylinder to firewall or brake booster, if equipped, a...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES -> Girling & Girling/ATE Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Front -> CALIPER SERVICE -> OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Passat 2.0 L4 GAS

OVERHAUL

Refer to Fig. when overhauling caliper.

  • Place wooden block between caliper piston and caliper housing, then apply compressed air to brake line bore to force piston from housing.
  • Remove piston seal from caliper piston bore using a plastic rod. If either caliper piston or caliper piston bore is corroded, pitted or scored, affected part must ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES -> Girling Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Rear -> BRAKE PAD SERVICE
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove rear wheels.
  • Disconnect parking cables from caliper.
  • On Corrado and Passat models, remove mounting bolts, then the caliper.
  • On GTI 16V, Jetta Carat & Jetta GLI 16V,remove upper mounting bolt, then swing caliper downward.
  • Remove brake pads.
  • On Corrado and Passat models, screw piston into housing using caliper tool 3131 or equivalent by turning clockwise while pushing in firmly. Always remove some brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir prior to installing new pads. When caliper piston is pushed back, fluid is forced out of caliper and into r...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1990 Volkswagen Passat AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1990 Volkswagen Passat cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES -> Girling & Girling/ATE Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Front -> CALIPER SERVICE -> OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1990 Volkswagen Passat GL 2.0 L4 GAS

OVERHAUL

Refer to Fig. when overhauling caliper.

  • Place wooden block between caliper piston and caliper housing, then apply compressed air to brake line bore to force piston from housing.
  • Remove piston seal from caliper piston bore using a plastic rod. If either caliper piston or caliper piston bore is corroded, pitted or scored, affected part must ...

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