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Brake - General Maintenance




INSPECTION
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 right or left before checking the front brake.

a. Check all brake lines and hoses for:
^ Damage
^ Wear
^ Deformation
^ Cracks
^ Corrosion
^ Leaks
^ Bends
^ Twists

b. Check all clamps for tightness and connections for leakage.
c. Check that the hoses and lines are clear of sharp edges, moving parts and the exhaust system.
d. Check that the lines installed in grommets pass through the center of the grommets.

2. INSPECT FRONT BRAKE PADS AND DISCS

HINT: If a squealing or scraping noise comes from the brake during, check the pad wear indicator to see if it is contacting the disc rotor. If so, the disc pad should be replaced.

3. INSPECT BRAKE LININGS AND DRUMS