answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Ordinarily, you do not adjust the pushrod length - it's factory-set. The first thing most folks do when they discover it's adjustable is to make it too long (which makes the brakes SEEM better) ...problem is that doesn't allow the compensating ports in the master cylinder to be uncovered when the pedal's up, so as the fluid heats under use it can't escape to the reservoir and the brakes start to lock up after a few minutes' driving.

First, ensure that the pedal stop on the floorboard is set to allow the pedal to come back ~200mm (about 8") from the firewall. If the pedal's set too low there won't be sufficient travel to allow a single brake circuit to function in the event of failure of the other. Check for freeplay at the pedal - it should be ~6mm (about ¼") which equates to about 1mm freeplay at the pushrod. A little less is acceptable, provided there is SOME perceptible freepla at the pushrod.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: How do you adjust master cylinder push rod 1974 vw beetle?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Where is 1974 super beetle brake light switch location?

They are located on the brake master cylinder. Vw joe. Have a great day


What cylinder is number 1 on a 1974 VW beetle?

Passenger side, behind the manifold.


What are the 2 prong switches on the 1974 vw super beetle master brake cylinder?

That is a pressure controlled brake light switch, when you step on the brake pedal and develop pressure in the brake fluid the brake lights are switched on.


What are the 3 prong switches on the 1974 vw super beetle mater brake cylinder?

The brake light switches.


How do you adjust toe-in on 1974 super beetle?

To adjust the tow in and tow out you must adjust the tie rods. You must first break loose the nut then twist the tie rod until the right adjustment has been made.


Will 1974 beetle doors fit on a 1954 beetle?

No.


What is the number one cylinder on 1974 super beetle?

Right side, front of motor. Front of car 3-1 4-2 Rear of car


What cylinder is no 4 on a 1974 beetle?

Cylinder 1 is at the flywheel end of the engine, on the same side as the starter. In countries with left-hand drive, that's the passenger side. Cylinder 2 is on the same side as cylinder 1, at the pulley end. Cylinder 3 is on the other side of the engine at the flywheel end. Cylinder 4 is on the same side as cylinder 3, at the pulley end.


How do you change the belt on 1974 Air Cooled Super Beetle?

take the pulley nut off the alternator....the pulley is split.....shims between the two pulley halves adjust the belt tension


What is the size tire for a 1974 VW beetle?

165R15.


What is the idle rpm beetle 1974?

1500 rpm.


What is the engine size for 1974 vw beetle?

1600cc