BRAKE GENERAL MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURE

  1. INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES

    Tip:

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

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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.

  2. INSPECT BRAKE PEDAL AND PARKING BRAKE PEDAL

    1. Inspect the brake pedal (Click here).

    2. Inspect the parking brake pedal (Click here).

  3. INSPECT BRAKE LININGS, DRUMS, PADS AND DISCS

    1. Check the brake linings and drums of the parking brake (Click here).

    2. Check the brake pads and discs.

      Type

      See Procedure

      Front

      Click here

      Rear

      Click here
      Tip:
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      • If a squealing or scraping noise is heard from the brake while driving, check the pad wear indicator.

      • If there are traces of the indicator contacting the disc rotor, the disc pad should be replaced.

  4. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID

    1. Inspect the brake fluid (Click here).

  5. REPLACE BRAKE FLUID

    1. Replace the brake fluid (Click here).