Brake

INSPECTION





1. INSPECT BRAKE LINE PIPES AND HOSES

HINT: Check in a well lighted area. Check the entire circumference and length of the brake hoses using a mirror as required. Turn the front wheels fully right or left before checking the front brake.

a. Check all brake lines and hoses for:
^ Damage
^ Wear
^ Deformation
^ Cracks
^ Corrosion Leaks
^ Bends
^ Twists
b. Check all clamps for tightness and connections for leakage.
c. Check that the hoses and lines are clear of sharp edges, moving parts and the exhaust system.
d. Check that the lines installed in grommets pass through the center of the grommets.





2. INSPECT FRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS AND DISCS
If the pad wear indicator warning light on the instrument panel lights up, check the pad thickness of all the disc brakes.
If necessary, replace the pads and pad wear indicators.

HINT: The warning light normally comes on when the ignition switch is turned ON and the engine is not running.

3. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS
4. INSPECT OR CHANGE BRAKE FLUID
a. Visually inspect the master cylinder for leaks.
b. Change brake fluid.
Fluid: SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT3