Hydraulic Unit
WARNING
- When carrying out any work on the brake system's hydraulic circuits the system must first be depressurized.
- Depress the brake pedal about 20 times or until noticeable resistance is felt in the pedal.
- Before starting any work on the pressure accumulator, thoroughly clean the area adjacent to it so that the risk of dirt getting into the brake system is eliminated.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery cables and lift out the battery.
2. Remove the fuel filter from the battery tray.
3. Move the fuel filter aside.
4. Remove the pressure accumulator.
- Use an 8 mm Allen key.
Installation
1. Install a new 0-ring on the pressure accumulator.
2. Install the pressure accumulator.
- Tighten to: 40 Nm (29.6 ft lb)
3. Secure the fuel filter to the battery tray.
4. Reinstall the battery and connect the battery cables.
5. Switch on the ignition and check that the brake and Antilock Brake System (ABS) warning lamps go out.
6. Drive the car on test to check that the brake system is in perfect working order.