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MAINTENANCE
Brakes
The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc type brakes acti-
vated by the brake pedal. See page 24.
Brake Fluid
Inspect the brake system routinely. Inspect the level of the
brake fluid before each operation.
WARNING! After opening a bottle of brake fluid, always discard any
unused portion. Never store or use a partial bottle. Brake fluid is
hygroscopic, meaning it rapidly absorbs moisture from the air. The
moisture causes the boiling temperature of the brake fluid to drop,
which can lead to early brake fade and the possibility of accident or
severe injury.
Change the brake fluid every two years and any time the fluid
becomes contaminated, the fluid level is below the minimum,
or if the type and brand of the fluid in the reservoir are
unknown.
1. Position the vehicle on a
level surface.
2. View the brake fluid
level at the reservoir in
the driver’s side wheel
well.
3. The level should be
between the upper
(MAX) and lower (MIN)
level lines.
4. If the fluid level is lower than the upper level line, add
brake fluid to the upper (MAX) line.
5. Apply the brake forcefully for a few seconds and check for
fluid leakage around the fittings.
Brake Inspection
1. Check the brake sys-
tem for fluid leaks.
2. Check the brake pedal
for excessive travel or
a spongy feel.
3. Check the friction
pads for wear, dam-
age and looseness.
4. Check brake discs for
signs of cracks,
excessive corrosion,
warping or other
damage. Clean any grease using an approved brake
cleaner or alcohol.
NOTICE: Do not apply WD-40 or any petroleum product to brake
discs.
5. Inspect the brake disc spline and pad wear surface for
excessive wear. Change pads when worn to 3/64" (1 mm).
Maximum
Minimum
3/64" (1mm)
