BRAKE SYSTEM
1) Raise and support vehicle. Disengage parking brake. Loosen
locking nuts at parking brake lever. Tighten adjusting nuts until
levers on calipers just move off stops. Measure gap between stop and
lever. See Fig. 3.
2) Maximum clearance between parking brake lever (on caliper)
and stop is .060" (1.5 mm). Apply and release parking brake. Ensure
rear wheels rotate freely. Tighten lock nuts.
Fig. 3: Adjusting Rear Disc Parking Brake
Courtesy of Volkswagen United States, Inc.
WHEEL BEARINGS
NOTE: Front wheel bearings, also called hub or axle bearings, are
sealed units with 1-piece outer race. Bearings are not
adjustable.
Rear Wheel Bearings
Tighten adjusting nut snugly while turning drum or rotor.
Back off and retighten nut just until axial movement is eliminated.
Install locking cap and NEW cotter key. Install dust cap.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
FRONT DISC BRAKE PADS