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BRAKE SYSTEM
6.5 ON VEHICLE REPAIRS
Following precautions should be taken while
working on brake system or components:
1. Do not spill the brake fluid on the vehicle, as it
may damage the paint. To keep fluid from
spraying/running out of lines and hoses, drain it
in a suitable collector and wrap the fittings with
shop clothes when disconnecting them.
2. During servicing keep grease, oil, brake fluid or
any other foreign materials off from the brake
linings and drum surfaces.
3. Use only DOT3 brake fluid confirming to SAE
J1703 from a sealed container. Ensure that brake
fluid is not contaminated.
4. Use only genuine recommended spare parts only,
as it can seriously affects the braking efficiency
and may lead to disastrous situations.
5. Do not use petroleum based fluid as damage will
occur to rubber components.
6. Do not polish lining with sandpaper or emery
paper. If lining is polished with sandpaper or emery
paper, hard particles of sandpaper will be
deposited in the lining resulting in damage of drum
surface.
7. All fasteners in brake system are important
attaching parts as they could affect the
performance of vital parts and system.
8. Ensure that recommended tightening torque
values are maintained during assembly.
9. Welding of brake parts should not be done as it
may result in damage or weakening of components
in the system.
10. Front brake hoses are longer than rear brake
hoses so never put rear brake hose in place of
front brake hose. This may cause severe damage
to brake system while running.
WARNING:
Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a
jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.