Technician Safety Information

The content of this article reflects the changes called out by TSB 26-01-00.

WARNING: DUST AND DIRT ACCUMULATING ON BRAKE PARTS DURING NORMAL USE MAY CONTAIN ASBESTOS FIBERS FROM PRODUCTION OR AFTERMARKET LININGS. BREATHING EXCESSIVE CONCENTRATIONS OF ASBESTOS FIBERS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY HARM. EXERCISE CARE WHEN SERVICING BRAKE PARTS. DO NOT SAND OR GRIND BRAKE LINING UNLESS EQUIPMENT USED IS DESIGNED TO CONTAIN THE DUST RESIDUE. DO NOT CLEAN BRAKE PARTS WITH COMPRESSED AIR OR BY DRY BRUSHING. CLEANING SHOULD BE DONE BY DAMPENING THE BRAKE COMPONENTS WITH A FINE MIST OF WATER. THEN, WIPE THE BRAKE COMPONENTS CLEAN WITH A DAMPENED CLOTH. DISPOSE OF CLOTH AND ALL RESIDUE CONTAINING ASBESTOS FIBERS IN AN IMPERMEABLE CONTAINER WITH THE APPROPRIATE LABEL. FOLLOW PRACTICES PRESCRIBED BY THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY FOR THE HANDLING, PROCESSING, AND DISPOSITION OF DUST OR DEBRIS THAT MAY CONTAIN ASBESTOS FIBERS.

WARNING: BEFORE VEHICLE IS MOVED AFTER ANY BRAKE SERVICE WORK, BE SURE TO OBTAIN A FIRM BRAKE PEDAL.

BRAKE FLUID
Glycol based brake fluid (DOT 3, DOT 4) is a controlled waste and should be disposed of properly.
- Used brake fluid should not be drained into the sewer system or storm drains.
- Used brake fluid should be taken to the nearest waste disposal facility.
- Do not mix used brake fluid with other fluids. Generally, waste disposal facilities will not accept used motor oil or engine coolant when mixed with brake fluid.
- Used brake fluid should never be reused.

WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for fifteen minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately.