Brake - General Maintenance

MAINTENANCE: BRAKE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1. INSPECT BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS
(a) Check the brake linings and drums.
(b) Inspect the parking brake linings Parking Brake Assembly.
2. INSPECT BRAKE PADS AND DISCS






3. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID Service and Repair
4. INSPECT BRAKE LINES AND HOSES
HINT: Work in a well-lighted area. Turn the front wheels fully to the right or left before beginning the inspection.





(a) Using a mirror, check the entire circumference and length of the brake lines and hoses for:
- Damage
- Wear
- Deformation
- Cracks
- Corrosion
- Leaks
- Bends
- Twists

(b) Check all the clamps for tightness and the connections for leakage.
(c) Check that the hoses and lines are not near sharp edges, moving parts or the exhaust system.
(d) Check that the lines are installed properly and pass through the center of the grommets.