BRAKE GENERAL MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURE

1. INSPECT BRAKE LINES AND HOSES

   Tech Tips

   Work in a well-lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before beginning the inspection.

   
   

   1. 

      Using a mirror, check the entire circumference and length of the brake lines and hoses for:

      
      

      • Damage

      • Wear

      • Deformation

      • Cracks

      • Corrosion

      • Leaks

      • Bends

      • Twists

   2. Check all the clamps for tightness and the connections for leakage.

   3. Check that the hoses and lines are not near sharp edges, moving parts or the exhaust system.

   4. Check that the lines are installed properly and pass through the center of the grommets.

2. INSPECT BRAKE PEDAL

   
   

   1. Check the brake pedal Click here.

3. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE

   
   

   1. Check the parking brake cables to ensure that they are not deformed or binding.

   2. Check the electric parking brake actuator assembly Click here.

4. INSPECT BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS, PADS AND DISCS

   
   

   1. Inspect the brake pads and discs.

      Type	See procedures
      Front brake (17 inch)	Click here
      Front brake (18 inch)	Click here
      Rear brake	Click here

   2. Inspect the parking brake linings and drums.

      
      

      1. Inspect the parking brake linings and drums Click here.

      2. Check the parking brake shoe clearance Click here.

5. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID

   
   

   1. Inspect the brake fluid Click here.

6. REPLACE BRAKE FLUID

   
   

   1. Replace the brake fluid Click here.