Precautions for Brake System
- Recommended fluid is brake fluid "DOT 3".
- Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
- Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.
- To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake caliper and wheel cylinder, use clean brake fluid.
- Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
- Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake tube. Refer to Fig 1.
- When installing brake piping, be sure to torque.
- Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect connectors of ABS actuator and control unit or battery negative terminals.
- Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.
Refer to BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE .
WARNING:
Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with a dust collector.