Brake Fluid Flush

[Bill1975]

I'm way past due on my brake flush. I know the system capacity is 1 liter, but has anyone needed extra? Also wondering if a regular 11mm wrench will work for the bleeder screws. On some cars the bleeder is in an awkward position and needs an offset wrench.

 

[Mongler98]

i thought that is an 11 in the front, 8 in the back? i never needed an offset for the A3.
either way 1L is more than enough. I
put a block of wood under the pedal so it does not travel all the way down. it could potentially damage the master piston.

 

[Bill1975]

It could be an 8 in the back, I was just assuming they were all 11. I have a power bleeder that I've never used, so might as well actually use it. Appreciate the clarification. I just don't want to buy a specialty tool if I don't need it. (ECS sells an 11mm wrench just for the brakes. Would've been handy when I had my GTI)

 

[Mongler98]

If need be. Just use a socket. Then do your thing by fingers.