> Your brake fluid level is probably low. All 85 and newer Vanagons have a
> level sensor in the brake fluid tank behind the speedometer. You should
> add fluid and check for leaks, especially if it goes low again.
>

I can't find the level sensor on the diagram. Is the Bentley wrong?
(wouldn't be the first time a manual didn't match reality)
The "going uphill" thing does sound a lot like a low fluid symptom....

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John Bange
'90 Vanagon - "Geldsauger"
"Staubkess bolt? I have one of those?"