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Brakes and Traction Control: Testing and Inspection






Brakes Inspection

General Information

• The testing takes place on a test stand.

• During testing, manual transmission vehicles must in idle and automatic transmission vehicles must be in "N".

• Always follow the instructions provided by the test stand manufacturer.

• Brake regulation system does not function with ignition "off".

Front Wheel Drive Vehicles, Checking

The brake test is to be performed on a one-axle roller test stand.

Do not exceed a test speed of 6 km/h (4 mph).

Volkswagen approved test stands meet these requirements.