Change Brake Fluid - Skoda Octavia II 2004 Maintenance Manual

– Ensure that the brake hoses do not touch any parts of the ve‐
hicle when the steering is turned to full left or full right lock.
– Inspect the brake hoses for porous and brittle points. Inspect
the brake hoses and brake lines for chafing points.
– Inspect the brake connections and attachment to ensure they
are correctly fitted, free of leaks and corrosion.
– Check that the electrical cables of the ABS speed sensors are
secured in the wheel arches.
WARNING
Any defects found must be rectified (repair measure).
5.3

Change brake fluid

Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Brake filling and bleeding device , e. g. -VAS 5234-
♦ Tool set for brake bleeding - VAS 6564-
Only use new original brake fluid N.052.766.Z0 as per US stand‐
ard FMVSS 571.116, DOT 4 and VW standard 501 14 .
WARNING
♦ Brake fluid must never come into contact with fluids con‐
taining mineral oils (oil, petrol, cleaning agent). Mineral
oils damage the gaskets and boots of the brake system.
♦ Brake fluid is poisonous. Also due to its corrosive effect
brake fluid must not come into contact with paintwork.
♦ Brake fluid is hygroscopic, i.e. it absorbs moisture from the
surrounding air. Therefore it should always be stored in
airtight containers.
♦ Wash any parts stained with brake fluid with large volumes
of water.
♦ Observe the disposal instructions!
♦ Drained (used) brake fluid must never be used again.
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