BRAKE GENERAL MAINTENANCE


  1. INSPECT BRAKE PEDAL


    1. Check the brake pedal.

      Type See Procedures
      LHD

      Click here

      RHD

      Click here

  2. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE


    1. Fully pull the parking brake lever to engage the parking brake.

    2. Release the lever to disengage the parking brake.

    3. Slowly pull the parking brake lever all the way, and count the number of clicks.

      Standard Parking Brake Lever Travel when Pulled with a Force of 200 N (20 kgf, 45 lbf)
      5 to 7 clicks

      If the parking brake lever travel is not as specified, adjust the parking brake shoe clearance and parking brake lever travel.

  3. INSPECT BRAKE SHOE LININGS AND DRUMS, PADS AND DISCS


    1. Check the brake pads and discs.


      1. Inspect the front brake pads and discs Click here.

      2. Inspect the rear brake pads and discs Click here.

    2. Check the parking brake shoe linings and drums.


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

  4. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID


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      Turn the ignition switch off and fully depress the brake pedal 40 times or more to release the pressure in the accumulator.

      Tech Tips

      When the pressure in the accumulator is released, the pedal stroke will lengthen.

    2. Adjust the fluid level so that it is at the MAX line.

      Tech Tips

      When the ignition switch is turned on, brake fluid is sent to the accumulator and the fluid level decreases by approximately 10 mm (0.394 in.) from the MAX line.

      Brake Fluid
      SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3

  5. REPLACE BRAKE FLUID


    1. Replace the brake fluid Click here.

  6. INSPECT BRAKE LINES AND HOSES

    Tech Tips

    Work in a well-lighted area.


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      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.