1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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  • 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Campmobile 2.1 H4 GAS, CC:2109, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
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  • 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS, CC:2109, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> CONTROL UNIT -> HYDRAULIC MODULATOR -> Jetta -> Passat
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 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 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRUM BRAKES -> Type 2 -> BRAKE SERVICE -> BRAKE DRUM, REPLACE -> BRAKE SHOES, REPLACE -> WHEEL CYLINDER OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

Refer to Fig. for Exploded view of brake assembly.

BRAKE DRUM, REPLACE

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Release parking brake cables by loosening nuts at parking brake equalizer, then back off adjuster through hole in backing plate.
  • Using hub puller OTC 827-B or equivalent, pull off drum and hub. Drum must rotate freely while being pulled off.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

BRAKE SHOES, REPLACE

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove brake drum as previously described.
  • Remove spring retainers and hold down springs, then disconnect parking brake cable at lever on brake shoe.
  • Remove lower r...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES -> Girling Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Rear -> CALIPER SERVICE -> OVERHAUL
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS

OVERHAUL

Refer to Fig. when overhauling caliper.

  • Secure caliper in a suitable soft-jawed vise, then remove piston from bore by turning counterclockwise with a 12 mm allen wrench on Corrado and Passat models or caliper tool 3131 or equivalent on models except Corrado and Passat.
  • Pry piston seals from groove, being careful...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DRUM BRAKES -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon Syncro 2.1 H4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> CONTROL UNIT -> HYDRAULIC MODULATOR -> Jetta -> Passat
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 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 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM -> ADJUSTMENTS -> BRAKE PRESSURE REGULATOR -> Cabriolet -> Corrado, Fox & Passat -> MODELS LESS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES -> Vanagon
Vehicle: 1991 Volkswagen Vanagon 2.1 H4 GAS

BRAKE PRESSURE REGULATOR

MODELS LESS ANTI-LOCK BRAKES
Cabriolet

Brake pressure regulator is mounted on body, and operated by a spring attached to the rear axle.

  • Remove bleeder screw on right front caliper and connect gauge US 1016 or equivalent.
  • Remove bleeder screw on left rear wheel cylinder/caliper and connect gauge US 1016 or equivalent.
  • Bleed both hoses and gauges with bleeding screws on gauges, then depress brake pedal firmly several times.
  • Depress brake pedal until gauge of right front caliper reads 797 psi. Gauge of left rear wheel cylinder/caliper must read 565-623 psi.
  • Increase p...

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