Abs Repair Information

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Before performing repairs to the ABS, determine the cause of the malfunction using "Guided Fault Finding" .

"Guided Fault Finding" is performed using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

Before working on the ABS, disconnect the Ground (GND) cable from the battery. If the vehicle has a coded radio, get the radio code from the customer before beginning if necessary.
Before welding with an electric welding tool, pay attention to the notes found in General Information; Body Repairs, Body Collision Repair.
When working with brake fluid, observe relevant safety precautions and notes. Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .
After finishing any work that required opening the brake system, bleed the brake system using the Brake Charger/Bleeder Unit: VAS5234 . Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM, BLEEDING .
During final road test, carry out at least one ABS-controlled braking operation (appropriate pulsations must be felt at brake pedal).
Absolute cleanliness is required when working on the anti-lock brake system. Do not use any products which contain mineral oil, such as oils, greases etc.
Thoroughly clean all unions and the adjacent areas before loosening. Do not use aggressive cleaning agents such as brake cleaner, fuel, thinners or similar chemicals.
Place the removed parts on a clean surface and cover them.
Carefully cover or seal opened components if the repair will not be done immediately. (Use Plugs: 1 H0 698 311 A )
Only use lint-free cloths.
Only unpack replacement parts immediately prior to installation.
Only use parts in their original packaging.
If system is open, do not work with compressed air and do not move the vehicle.
Make sure that brake fluid does not enter harness connectors.
When painting, electronic control module can be exposed to a maximum temperature of. 95 °C (203 °F) only briefly, and to a maximum of 85 °C (185 °F) for longer periods (approximately 2 hours).