Brake - General Maintenance

MAINTENANCE: BRAKE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

1. INSPECT BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS, PADS AND DISCS

(a) Check the brake linings and drums.

(b) Inspect the front brake pads and discs Front Brake.

(c) Inspect the rear brake pads and discs Rear Brake.

(d) Inspect the parking brake linings Component Tests and General Diagnostics.

2. INSPECT BRAKE FLUID Testing and Inspection

3. 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.