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Brake System Inspection
HYDRAULIC BRAKE AND PARK BRAKE
SYSTEMS
MASTER CYLINDER INSPECTION
• Inspect the exterior of the master cylinder. Replace any leaking components and bleed the hydraulic brake system.
See Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System on page 6-18.
• Check the brake fluid level.
See Brake Fluid Reservoir on page 10-10.
• Remove the reservoir cap and inspect the brake fluid. If the brake fluid is contaminated, purge the brake fluid and
refill the hydraulic system.
See Master Cylinder and Reservoir on page 6-17.
• Check the vent holes in the reservoir cap and clean or replace as necessary.
• Check the diaphragm inside the reservoir cap and replace if damaged.
BRAKE HOSE INSPECTION
• Inspect the brake hoses and fittings for leakage. They must be flexible and free of leaks, cuts, cracks or bulges.
Replace as needed.
See Brake Hose Replacement on page 6-14.
• Turn the steering wheel all the way from left to right and back again. Contact between the brake hoses and any
other moving components, especially the wheels or half-shafts, will damage the brake hoses.
• Check the back side of each brake caliper assembly for signs of brake fluid leakage. If there is evidence of leakage,
determine the cause and repair or replace as needed.
See Brake Pads and Caliper on page 6-7.
Also Brake
Hose Replacement on page 6-14.
PARK BRAKE INSPECTION
• Apply moderate pressure to the park brake pedal. When latched, the park brake should lock the wheels and hold
the vehicle stationary on an incline of 20% or less. If not, adjust the park brake.
• Check the park brake cable and linkage for damage. The cable should not come in contact with moving or rotating
parts.
• Inspect park brake disc. It should not be warped or have excessive scores or heat checks.
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