2001 Volkswagen Golf Brake Service (ONLINE REPAIR MANUALS)

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We have info for following modifications of 2001 Volkswagen Golf

  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL, CC:1896, CID:116, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:116
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1984, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.8 V6 GAS, CC:2792, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection
  • 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS, CC:1781, Fuel Injection

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Brake Booster Inspection -> Brake Booster, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake Booster, Replace

  • Remove master cylinder as outlined in this section.
  • Disconnect vacuum line(s) from booster.
  • Remove brake booster attaching bolts.
  • Disconnect booster pushrod from brake pedal.
  • Reverse pro...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> System Service -> Bosch 5 -> Bosch 5.3 -> Brake System Bleed -> Cabrio, Golf, GTI, Jetta & New Beetle -> Coding Control Module -> Component Replacement -> Control Module -> EuroVan -> Hydraulic Modulator -> ITT Mark 20 IE -> Passat -> Teves Type 04 -> Teves Type 20
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.8 V6 GAS

Brake System Bleed

Refer to "Hydraulic Brake Systems" for bleeding procedure.

Component Replacement

Bosch 5.3, ITT Mark 20 and Teves model 20 ABS control modules are coded to the vehicle. Replacement control modules must be coded after installation. Refer to "Coding Control Module" for procedures.

Prior to servicing the ABS system, always turn the ignition off.

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 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.8 L4 GAS

Parking Brake Cable

  • Apply brake pedal firmly once, then pull parking brake lever to fourth tooth.
  • Tighten adjusting n...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Shoes, Replace -> Wheel Cylinder Overhaul
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.8 L4 GAS

Shoes, Replace

Failure to follow outlined procedures may lead to a reduction in parking brake efficiency.

  • Remove one wheel bolt, then push self adjusting wedge upwards with a suitable screwdriver through wheel bolt hole to back off brake shoes, Fig. .
  • Install wheel bolt and tighten to specifications, then remove grease cap with puller tool No. VW 637/2, or equivalent.
  • Remove cotter pin and axle nut, then pull off brake drum.
  • Remove spring retainer by pressing it against spring and turning 1/4 turn.
  • Disconnect brake shoes from anchor pins, then remove return spring.
  • Disconnect parking br...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Description
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Volkswagen Golf AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2001 Volkswagen Golf cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Girling/Lucas Single Piston w/Dual Mounting Bolts, Front
Vehicle: 2001 Volkswagen Golf 1.9 L4 DIESEL

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