Volkswagen Passat 1995 Official Factory Repair Manual page 4262

Work descriptions
Transmission code letters are also listed on vehicle data
plates.
Brake system, visual inspection
- Master brake cylinder, brake booster (with Anti-lock Brake
System -ABS-: Hydraulic unit), Check brake pressure
regulator, brake caliper for leaks and damage.
- Make sure that brake hoses are not twisted.
- Make sure that brake hoses do not touch any vehicle
components when steering is at full lock.
- Check brake hoses for porosity and brittleness, brake
hoses and brake lines for abrasions.
- Check brake connections and mounts for proper seating,
leakages and corrosion.
Caution!
Malfunctions found must be repaired (repair measure).
Brake pads front and rear, checking
thickness
Front disc brake pads:
- Remove a wheel for better judgement of remaining pad
thickness. To do so, mark position of wheel in relation to
brake disc, and install in same position again after test.
Note:
Since pad wear on passenger side can be slightly
n
larger according to experience than on driver's side, it
is reasonable to remove front wheel on seat
passenger side.
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