Brake System Centaur Service Manual
BR-8
Brake System
Centaur Service Manual
Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.centaur8x8.ca
(519) 662-2840 FAX (519) 662-2421
BR-9
BR-8
Servicing Mechanical Brake Calipers ( Parking Brake)
Inspect the parking/emergency brake system periodically to
ensure proper performance.
Service either by cable/caliper adjustment or brake pad replacement
The mechanical brake caliper assembly or pads need adjustment or servicing when:
A drag on vehicle power and acceleration occurs.
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The vehicle does not move when placed in gear.
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The brake adjustment nuts are tightened all the way, but the parking brake cannot be
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firmly engaged using the parking brake lever.
The total clearance between the brake pads and brake disc exceeds .010”.
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The total clearance between the brake pads and brake disc has become exceedingly
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tight.
The pads are worn to 3mm (1/8”) thickness.
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Brake efficiency is affected by contamination of lubricants and excessive heat to brake
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discs.
Broken or cracked calipers
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Brake Caliper Removal ( Mechanical Emergency Brake)
1. Remove the engine hood assembly
2. Release the emergency brake lever in the drivers compartment. ( Disengaged)
3. Disconnect the emergency brake cable at the
mechanical
caliper by removing the cot
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ter pin that secures the clevis pin to the brake cam.
Photo BR-4
4. Remove the 2 bolts and lock washers securing the mechanical brake caliper bracket
assembly to the transmission.
Photo BR-5
5. Remove the 3 locknuts holding the mechanical calipers together and remove the cam.
Photo BR-6
6. Slide the outside half of the caliper off and remove the compression spring from the
longest of the mounting bolts.
Photo BR-7
3. Pump the brake pedal a few times to build up the proper pressure and to locate the pads
in the caliper assembly. This is also a good time to check for any leaky connections
at the caliper banjo bolts or “O” rings.
4. Reinstall the engine cover.
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