ALTROZ SERVICE MANUAL

BRAKES 23 CAUTION NOTE: Use only DOT4 brake fluids confirming to SAE J1704 from a sealed container. Ensure brake fluid is not contaminated. Entire Bleeding operation should be carried out with the Engine ON (running) condition only. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPECTION: After completion of brake bleeding check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. The fluid level should be between MIN and MAX level indicated on the brake master cylinder reservoir. If the warning light lights during Engine ON condition replenish fluid to MAX line. Never use container which has been used for mineral oil or which is wet. Always keep all brake fluid container capped to prevent contamination. SERVICING OF MASTER CYLINDER Note - Servicing of the fixed seal master cylinder internal parts are not recommended and if a major fault is apparent, a new complete guaranteed unit should be fitted. A. BRAKE BLEEDING PROCEDURE ! CAUTION  Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint, if the brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.  Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter is allowed to contaminate the brake fluid. NOTE  Always use the brake fluid recommended in the specification list.  Do not reuse the drained fluid.  Entire bleeding operation should be done with ENGINE ON (running). Always use brake fluid from the sealed bottle.  The reservoir on the master cylinder must be at the Max (upper) level mark at the start of bleeding procedure and check after bleeding each brake caliper and same have to be topped up as required. 1. Open the bonnet. 2. Open the reservoir cap and pour brake fluid till the lower edge of the filler neck. ! CAUTION At all times during the bleeding process, it has to be ensured that the fluid level in the reservoir does not drop below minimum. 3. Connect the bleed tube to the Rear right Drum Brake bleed screw and place the other end submerged in a transparent container containing sufficient brake fluid. 4. Depress the brake foot pedal for 2-3 times and hold it down. 5. Open the bleed screw (1). The fluid will flow into the transparent container. 6. Tighten the bleed screw to torque 0.7~1 Kgm and release the pedal. 7. After the pedal returns, allow an interval of 3 to 4 seconds before making the next stroke. Steps 4 to 6 should be repeated until there are no more air bubbles at the end of the bleed tube. 8. Now follow the same procedure at the other wheels as per the sequence given below. 9. After the bleeding sequence is completed remove the bleed tube and place the dust cap on the bleed screw.