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BRAKE SYSTEM
REMOVAL OF BRAKE HOSE/PIPES
1. Remove brake fluid fromTMC reservoir.
2. Disconnect brake pipes from TMC ports.
For booster fitted vehicle
2. Disconnect vacuum lines from booster and intake
manifold.
3. Support the vehicle on hoist.
4. Remove all mounting clamps (2)
5. Disconnect brake hoses from clips (1)
6. Disconnect brake pipe from brake drum assy.
Inspection
1. Inspect brake hose/pipe for wear and cracks.
Replace if found defective.
2. Replace damaged clamps or clips.
Installation
1. Before installation, make sure that all brake hose/
pipes are free from any dust or foreign material.
2. Connect brake pipes to each brake drum assy and
tighten the nut to specified torque.
TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR BRAKE PIPE NUT = 0.5 -
0.8 Kg-m
3. Connect brake pipes to TMC ports and tighten the
nuts to specified torque.
TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR BRAKE LINES
ATTACHED TO TMC = 1.4 - 1.6 Kg - m
For booster fitted vehicle
3. Connect vacuum lines to booster and intake
manifold.
4. Tighten all brake joints or brake coupling nuts.
TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR ALL BRAKE COUPLING
NUTS = 1.4 - 1.6 Kg-m
5. Fix all mounting clamps and clips.
6. Fill reservoir to correct level. Bleed brake system.
(Refer bleeding of hydraulic system).
7. Perform brake test and check for any leaks.
CAUTION:
(a) While installing brake hose/pipes, make sure that
flexible hose has no twist or kink.
(b) Check to make sure that flexible hose does not
contact any suspension parts, both in extreme left
and extreme right turn conditions.
(c) Install all clamps and clips properly.