Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
System Components: Brakes: Notes
The brake system is a hydraulic dual-circuit brake system with "front/rear split", vacuum boost power assist and EBV. One brake circuit each for the front and rear axles. The parking brake actuating unit is located in the center console and is equipped with an automatic cable adjuster (ASZE) and a compensating element.
The advantages of the parking brake with automatic cable adjuster are:
- The 2 cables no longer have to be adjusted during installation.
- Cable extensions (cable conduit) contractions over the operating time are automatically compensated so that the parking brake lever travel is consistent.
- Prestretching of the cables is no longer necessary.
- The parking brake does not have to be adjusted at the end of the assembly line and in the service department.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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