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Information on the Brakes
Running in brake pads
Running in brake padsNew brake pads cannot generate the full braking effect during around the first 300\mathrm{km} and must first be run in. However, you can compensate for the slightly reduced braking force by applying more pressure to the brake pedal. During the run- in period, the braking distance is longer when the brakes are depressed fully or during emergency braking than with brake pads that have been fully run in. In the run- in period, the brakes should not be depressed fully and situations should be avoided that create a heavy load on the brakes, e.g. when driving up close to the vehicle ahead.
Brake pad wear
Brake pad wearThe wear of the brake pads depends to a great extent on the conditions under which the vehicle is operated and the way in which the vehicle is driven. If the vehicle is used for regular urban trips or short journeys and is driven with a sporty driving style, the brake pads must be regularly checked by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends contact with an ID. UNYX Service Center.
External influences on the brakes
When driving with wet brakes, for example after driving through water, after heavy rainfall or after washing the vehicle, the braking effect may be delayed as the brake discs will be wet, or possibly iced up (in winter). The brakes must be "dried" as quickly as possible by careful braking at higher speed. The braking force must be higher than can be decelerated by recuperation in order to apply the brake pads. Engageln position when performing these braking operations so that recuperation is not used for braking. Please ensure that no other vehicles and no road users are put at risk as a result of this action.
Any salt layer accumulating on the discs and pads will delay the braking effect and increase the braking distance. If the brakes on the vehicle have not been applied for a long time on roads that have been gritted with salt, the layer of salt must be reduced through careful braking. The braking force must be stronger than that which recuperation can retard in order to grind off the salt layer by applying the brake pads. Engageln position when performing these braking operations so that recuperation is not used for braking. Please ensure that no other vehicles and no road users are put at risk as a result of this action.
Corrosion on the brake discs and dirt in the brake pads are facilitated through long periods of inactivity, low mileage and low load levels. If the brake pads have been hardly used or if they are corroded, Volkswagen recommends that the brake discs and brake pads be cleaned by braking strongly several times from high speed. Engageln position when performing these braking operations so that recuperation is not used for braking. Please ensure that no other vehicles and no road users are put at risk as a result of this action.
WARNING
Driving with worn brake pads or with a faulty brake system can cause accidents and serious injuries.
If you have reason to believe that the brakes are worn down or the brake system is faulty, go to a suitably qualified workshop immediately and have the brake system checked and have any worn brake pads replaced. Volkswagen recommends contact with an ID. UNYX Service Center.
WARNING
New brake pads will not have the optimal braking effect when first fitted.
New brake pads will not have the optimal braking effect when first fitted.- New brake pads cannot generate the full braking effect during around the first 300\mathrm{km} and must first be run in. A reduced braking effect can be increased by applying more pressure to the brake pedal.- Drive with particular care with new brake pads to reduce the risk of accidents, serious injuries and loss of control of the vehicle.- Never drive too close to other vehicles when running in new brake pads, and never create a driving situation that will place a heavy load on the brakes.
WARNING
Constant braking will cause the brakes to overheat. This can reduce the braking effect, increase the braking distance and, in certain circumstances, cause the brake system to fail completely.
Never "ride" the brake pedal or depress the brake pedal too often and for too long.
WARNING
Overheated brakes reduce the braking effect and considerably increase the braking distance.
When driving downhill, the brakes are placed under particular strain and become hot very quickly. Reduce your speed before driving down a long, steep gradient and select a higher energy recovery level. This will make use of the electric drive braking effect and relieve the load on the brakes. Non- standard or damaged front spoilers could restrict the airflow to the brakes and cause them to overheat.
WARNING
Wet brakes or brakes coated with ice or road salt react more slowly and require longer braking distances.
Carefully test the brakes. Always carry out a few careful braking operations to dry the brakes and clean off any coating of ice and salt when visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions permit.
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Regularly perform a visual check of the thickness of the front brake pads through the openings in the rims or from the underside of the vehicle. If necessary, remove the wheels to carry out a comprehensive check. Volkswagen recommends contact with an ID. UNYX Service Center.
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When the front brake pads are checked, the brake pads in the drum brakes on the rear axle should also be checked at the same time. This check is performed though an inspection hole on the rear of the drum. A sealing plug must be removed for this purpose. Volkswagen recommends contact with an ID. UNYX Service Center.