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Brake - General Maintenance








MAINTENANCE: BRAKE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

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 tight or left before checking the front brake.





(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

2. INSPECT FRONT BRAKE PADS AND DISCS

3. INSPECT REAR BRAKE PADS AND DISCS

4. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE LININGS

5. INSPECT OR CHARGE BRAKE FLUID
Fluid:
SAE J1703 or FMVSS No.116 DOT3