A vacuum hose can be used in various systems in a motor vehicle, e.g. in the turbocharger or in the central locking system. Vacuum hoses are also required for the brake booster, which as a rule also works with vacuum in a car. The vacuum that is needed for the brake booster is generated by a vacuum pump in a diesel engine as well as in a gasoline engine with direct injection. In classic petrol engines, the required vacuum is created in the intake manifold behind the throttle valve.

1. 80 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3)
2. 80 Saloon (89, 89Q, 8A, B3)
3. 4000 (89, 89Q, 8A, B3)
4. 100 (4A2, C4)
5. 100 Saloon (4A2, C4)
6. 500 (4A2, C4)
7. 80 (8C2, B4)
8. 80 Saloon (8C2, B4)
9. 90 (8C2, B4)
10. 100 Avant (4A5, C4)
11. GOLF II (19E, 1G1)
12. GOLF Mk II (19E, 1G1)
13. PASSAT (32B)
14. SANTANA (32B)
15. QUANTUM (32B)
16. CORSAR (32B)
17. CARAT (32B)
18. PASSAT (3A2, 35I)
19. CORRADO (53I)
20. GOLF III (1H1)
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The design of vacuum hose

The construction of a SWAG brand Vacuum Hose, brake system must be dimensioned in such a way that it can withstand the respective vacuum without losing its shape. A thick rubber hose is sufficient for this in most cases. If a high negative pressure occurs, additional reinforcement is installed, e.g. glass fiber or steel mesh. A defect in a vacuum hose is associated with a leak. As a result, the respective system no longer works properly or the system fails completely. As a rule, it makes sense to replace a defective vacuum hose. Any existing seals should also be replaced. In the case of safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system, repairs should be left to a specialist workshop.