
P92 Classic Jabiru
M a i n t e n a n c e M a n u a l
SYSTEMS
Page E-9
Date
:
Issue 3: 4
th
July 2011
Section E
C.
Using a manually operated pump, add brake fluid
UNIVIS J43
until level reaches
bottom of reservoir, reattach line to caliper avoiding fluid spill.
D.
Repeat operations A, B, C on opposite side of aircraft.
E.
Add fluid to reservoir up to 3/4 level and close cap.
To drain system proceed as follows:
F.
Pull brake lever (1) to pressurize circuit;
G.
Loosen small escape valve and release oil spurt;
H.
Close small valve and release brake lever.
I.
Repeat operations F, G and H until oil comes out clean and no longer in spurts proving
absence of air bubbles.
J.
Add oil used for drainage to reservoir;
K.
Close reservoir and repeat operation for other brake.
Hydraulic fluid may also be replaced using gravity after disconnecting
the circuit.
This method is however more laborious and less safe.
6.2 - Replacing brake pads
When thickness of lining is less than 2.4 mm, brake pads should be replaced us-
ing the following procedure:
A.
Release parking brake;
B.
Remove (optional) fairings to expedite operation
C.
Loosen bolts (2) from caliper (1);
D.
Remove brake pads (3);
E.
Replace brake pads.
F.
Reassemble.
F
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B
RAKE
C
ALIPER