Brakes and Traction Control: Service Precautions

BRAKE: BRAKE SYSTEM: PRECAUTION

PRECAUTION
NOTICE:
- Care must be taken to replace each part properly as it could affect the performance of the brake system and result in a driving hazard. Replace the parts with those having the same part number or equivalent.
- It is very important to keep parts and the service area clean when repairing the brake system.
- If the vehicle is equipped with a mobile communication system, refer to the precaution in the INTRODUCTION section.
- Care must be taken when using magnets as they could affect the performance of the speed sensors.
- Since the brake system is classified as one of the critical safety related parts, be sure to inspect the components if a brake fluid leak is found. If any abnormality is found, replace the component with a new one.
- When removing brake components, cover the brake tube connections to prevent foreign matter such as dust or dirt from entering the tubes.
- Do not damage or deform the brake tubes when removing or installing them.
- When installing a grommet to the body, ensure that the brake tube passes through the center of the grommet.
- When installing a brake tube or flexible hose, ensure that they are free from twisting or abnormal bending.
- If the cap of the flexible hose does not match the groove on the bracket, twist the hose slightly to insert it.
- Flexible hoses must be free from shock absorber oil, grease, etc.
- When installing a brake tube to a plastic clamp, ensure that the brake tube is not loose or being pinched.
- Do not reuse a clip or plastic clamp removed from a flexible hose.
- After installing a brake tube and flexible hose, ensure that they do not interfere or rub on any other components.
- Do not allow brake spill on adhere to any painted surface such as the vehicle body. If brake fluid leaks onto any painted surface, immediately wash it off.
- Disconnect and connect the flexible hose and brake line:





1 Hold the flexible hose with a wrench and disconnect the brake tube with a union nut wrench without deforming the tube.
2 Remove the clip.
3 Install a new clip.
4 Connect the brake tube with a union nut wrench without deforming the tube.
- Connect the brake tubes and brake tube way:





1 Support the way to prevent deformation of the brake tube and connect the brake tube to the way with a union nut wrench.
2 Support the way to prevent deformation to the brake tubes and install the bolt to attach the way to the body.