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BRAKES
(c) Brake hose and Brake Pipe inspection
(i) Flexible hose:
The brake flexible hoses should be checked for road
hazard damage, for cracks and chafing of the outer
cover for leaks and blisters. If any of the above
condition is found, respective hoses should be
replaced.
(ii) Brake Pipe :
Inspect pipe for damage, cracks, dents and corrosion.
If found any defect, replace the respective pipes.
(d) Brake fluid level inspection
Always use specified brake oil with correct quantity.
Type = DOT3 SAE J1703 / IS8654
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1. Brake fluid reservoir
Fluid level should always between MIN. and MAX.
marked on reservoir.
When warning light comes ON, top up fluid to MAX
line. When fluid decreases quickly, inspect brake lines
for any leaks and replace the defective parts and refill
fluid to correct level.
3.2 PARKING BRAKE INSPECTION :
Pull up parking brake lever with approximately
20- 25 kg force
With parking brake lever pulled up, count ratchet
notches in direction “a” as shown in figure.
Parking brake lever stroke “a” = 5 - 6 notches
Also check if both right and left rear wheels are locked
firmly.
To count number of notches listen to click sounds
that ratchet makes while pulling parking brake lever
without pressing its button.
One click sound corresponds to one notch.
If number of notches are out of specification, adjust
parking brake cable (refer parking brake cable
adjustment procedure) so as to obtain specified
parking brake stroke.
3.3 Inspection of Booster Operation :
NOTE:
Before inspection, make sure that there is no air in
the hydraulic system.
(a) Check air tightness :
(i) Start and stop engine, after running for 1 to 2
minutes.
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