Argo All 6X6, Service Manual

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Brake System Argo Service Manual
BR-5
Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com
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If the brake fluid is below this level:
2. Add only fresh clean Argo Brand Brake
Fluid - DOT 4 (Argo Part No.130-108)
to the correct level.
3. Replace the cover on each master cyl-
inder, making sure the rubber gaskets
are properly seated before tightening.
Tighten snug by hand only.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the brake master cylin -
ders. Overfilling can cause seal damage.
Hydraulic Brake Pad Inspection (Steering Brakes)
Inspect the steering brake pads after every 25 hours of operation. Worn, glazed or con-
taminated brake pads affect the efficiency of the brake system. To inspect the pads, first
remove the firewall.
To remove the firewall:
1. Remove the six (6) fasteners securing the firewall using a socket and ratchet wrench.
2. Pull the firewall rear-ward moving the throttle cable clear of the area at the steering
column that it is routed through.
3. Lift the firewall clear of the driving compartment.
With the firewall removed, both hydraulic brake calipers are visible. Each caliper has 2
brake pads which are secured by a single bolt fastener. Inspect all 4 brake pads.
Replace the pads when:
• the brake lining material moulded to
each metal backing plate is worn to 0.10"
thickness.
• the pads are glazed and brake perfor-
mance is affected.
• the pads are contaminated with lubricant,
and brake performance is affected.
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