2002 Volkswagen Golf hand brake /and how to fit rear pads l

2002 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
48,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ZAHID TARIQ
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hi guys can you please how to adjust the handbrake on a volkswagen golf i.6cc automatic,year 2002 model ,and also how to push rear caliper piston back home to fit new pads .thank you
Aug 22, 2009 at 9:49 PM
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The adjustment for the parking brake is on the lever assembly in the center console. You may need to remove part of the console to access the adjustment rods/nuts.

There is a special tool designed specifically for depressing the piston in a parking brake equipped caliper.
You need the screw the piston in clockwise as it is being pushed in. It can be done with pliers and a standard piston compressor, but you have to be very careful not to damage the piston dust boot.
Aug 24, 2009 at 2:52 PM
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