Checking & adjusting brake fluid
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Brake fluid has a hygroscopic nature; it will absorb moisture rapidly. Always replace the cover or lid as soon as possible.
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Replacing brake fluid
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Most manufacturers recommend that brake fluid be changed at least every two years.
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Checking brake pads
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After checking the brake pads, replace the road wheel but don't put lug nuts into the socket of the impact wrench and power the lug nuts on.
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Replacing brake pads
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Before you raise the vehicle, you will need to remove some of the brake fluid from the master cylinder.
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Removing & replacing a rotor
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Clean the mating surfaces of the hub and rotor before assembly.
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Checking wheel cylinders
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Check under the dust cap to make sure that the wheel cylinder is not leaking.
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Replacing brake linings
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Never use any petroleum or mineral based products, such as gasoline, kerosene etc, to clean a braking system or its components.
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| Adjusting a park brake cable |
The park brake must operate independently of the service brakes. |
