1. Product Description
The AUTOMEGA Brake fluid reservoir (120024210) is an essential hydraulic system storage component manufactured by AUTOMEGA. Molded from durable, semi-transparent, high-density polymer, its primary function is to hold an adequate reserve volume of brake fluid for the dual-circuit hydraulic braking system. The translucent body allows for quick visual inspection of fluid levels, while the integrated top opening accommodates standard fluid expansion and fluid level sensor caps.
2. Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: AUTOMEGA
- Item Number: 120024210
- Trade / Alternative Numbers: 120024210, 307210308171
- Product Condition: New
- Material: Plastic / Polymer
- Fitting Position: Mounts directly onto the Brake Master Cylinder
- Sensor Linkage: Features upper port for fluid level warning indicator switch (sensor cap not included)
3. Vehicle Compatibility
This reservoir configuration features extensive compatibility with early-generation, classic Volkswagen Group (VAG) vehicles running standard non-ABS master cylinder configurations from the mid-1970s up through the early 1990s.
| Car Model | Compatible Engines | Engine Power (hp / kW) | Year of Manufacture |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW Golf I (17); Jetta I (16); Scirocco I / II (53, 53B); Caddy I (14) | 1.1, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6, 1.6 GTI, 1.8, 1.8 GTI, 1.5 D, 1.6 D, 1.6 TD | 45 - 112 hp / 33 - 82 kW | 1974 - 1984 (Cabriolet up to 1993) |
| VW Golf II (19E, 1G1); Jetta II (19E, 1G2, 165) | 1.0, 1.3, 1.6, 1.6 D, 1.6 TD, 1.8, 1.8 GTI, 1.8 GTI 16V | 45 - 139 hp / 33 - 102 kW | 1983 - 1992 |
| VW Polo II (86C, 80) / Polo Classic (86C) | 1.0, 1.1, 1.3, 1.3 Cat, 1.3 G40, 1.3 D, 1.4 D | 40 - 115 hp / 29 - 85 kW | 1981 - 1994 |
| SEAT Toledo I (1L) | 1.6 i, 1.8 i, 1.9 D, 1.9 TD | 68 - 90 hp / 50 - 66 kW | 1991 - 1996 |
4. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Reference Numbers Cross-Reference
This replacement fluid tank corresponds directly to the following original equipment factory part numbers:
- VAG (AUDI / SEAT / SKODA / VW): 171 721 308, 171721308