1997 Volkswagen Jetta Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Volkswagen Jetta

  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GL 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL, CC:1896, CID:116, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:116, Engine VIN:, Desg:J
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2792, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:D
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GT 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GT 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Trek II 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Jazz 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:B
  • 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Jazz 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Girdling/Luces Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Front -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Jazz 2.0 L4 GAS

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 reservoir. After pads are installed and seated, refill reservoir to MAX mark.

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Using open end wrench to hold guide pin head, Fig. , remove lower caliper mounting bolt.
  • Swing caliper upward, then remove brak...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Girdling/Luces Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Front -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GT 2.0 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Audio Coded Anti-Theft System -> Battery Ground Cable -> Brake Fluid
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Audio Coded Anti-Theft System

Some models are equipped with a radio anti-theft system that will disable the system when battery power is interrupted, unless the system is reset the radio will not operate.

  • Turn radio to On position, SAFE should be displayed.
  • Depress and hold AM/FM and SCAN buttons until 1000 remains on display. If AM/FM and SCAN buttons are depressed too long or depressed again, radio will misinterpret the 1000 as an attempt at coding and one incorrect coding attempt will be lo...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Brake Pad Service
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta TDI 1.9 L4 DIESEL

This caliper uses an internal screw type parking brake self adjusting mechanism. If the caliper piston is pushed back into caliper this mechanism will be destroyed. Always return piston by rotating it clockwise using a suitable tool.

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 reservoir. After pads are installed and seated, refill reservoir to MAX...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Girdling/Luces Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Front -> Brake Rotor Replacement
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta Jazz 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove front wheels.
  • Remove brake caliper, then re...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Volkswagen Jetta AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Volkswagen Jetta cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> Conventional Bleed -> Front -> Less Anti-Lock Brakes -> Rear -> Scan Tool Bleed -> With Anti-Lock Brakes
Vehicle: 1997 Volkswagen Jetta GLX 2.8 V6 GAS

Less Anti-Lock Brakes

To bleed brake system, use bottle with a transparent hose attached so that brake fluid can be checked for air bubbles.

  • Connect brake filling and bleeding tool US 1116 or equivalent per manufacturers instructions.
  • On models with brake booster, ensure engine is Off, then disconnect vacuum hose/check valve from brake booster.
  • On models with brake pressure regulator, push lever on brake pressure regulator in direction of rear axle.
  • On all models, bleed brakes in following sequence:
    • Right rear wheel cylinder/caliper, left rear wheel cylinder/caliper, right front ca...

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