Location of the muffler which must be removed before removing the handbrake cables on 4WD models
Location of heat shield mounting nuts on 4WD models
Removal
Warning: The procedures for removing the handbrake cables on all-wheel drive models are the same as those for removing the handbrake cables on front-wheel drive models. This subsection provides the differences in removing the handbrake cables on all-wheel drive models.
1. Remove the exhaust system, see Fig. Location of the muffler, which must be removed before removing the handbrake cables on all-wheel drive models.
2. Unscrew the nuts and remove the heat shield, see Fig. Location of the heat shield mounting nuts on all-wheel drive models).
3. Loosen the handbrake cable and remove it from the rear brake caliper.
4. Using pliers, move the handbrake cable adjusters.
[The information is available on the website VWmanual.ru]
5. Unscrew the bolts and release the handbrake cable from the holders on the rear beam.
6. Release the handbrake cables from all fastenings on the underbody of the vehicle.
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