Volkswagen Golf IV (1998 - 2004) - Leaking brake servo hose 1.4 petrol | Technical matters | Back Room Forum

Sun 25 Nov 2007 14:10

Leaking brake servo hose 1.4 petrol - Ian J

I have a leak in part of the hose connection between the inlet manifold and the brake servo on a golf mk iv 1.4 petrol.
The faulty hose is the 3 inch piece that loops round after what I take is a no return valve close to the inlet manifold..
I have made a temporary fix and plan to replace the faulty section of hose( first noticed the problem at thte weekend). I have 2 questions if anyone can help.
First can this section be replaced on its own or does the complete hose connection from the inlet manifold to the brake servo need to be completely replaced.
Second leaving aside the issue of safety which I fully appreciate would a slight vacuum leak make the engine run rich.
Before anyone replies I fully appreciate brake safety issues.
Thanks for your assistance in advance.

slt

Edited by Pugugly {P} on 25/11/2007 at 14:19

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Sun 25 Nov 2007 14:23

Leaking brake servo hose 1.4 petrol - elekie&a/c doctor

The complete hose has to be replaced as one unit.Also I am sure this model Golf was subject to a recall for this exact fault,so you may get it replaced foc by VW.hth

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Sun 25 Nov 2007 16:39

Leaking brake servo hose 1.4 petrol - Ian J

Very many thanks for the info Elekie&a/c doctor. I found the recall notice on the vosa website.

Kind Regards

Ian

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