Contents: Disc brakes ⇊ Drum brakes ⇊
1. Inspect the brakes at recommended intervals and whenever the wheels are removed.
2. Symptoms that indicate potential brake problems: the vehicle pulls to one side when braking, noise when braking, increased brake pedal travel, pulsation in pedal force, brake fluid leaks, especially on the sidewall of the tires.
Disc brakes
3. Disc brakes use two brake linings - outer and inner.
4. Measure the thickness of the linings: if the thickness of the friction layer is less than the permissible value, replace the lining.
Note: The thickness of the friction layer includes the thickness of the metal plate.
5. Measure the thickness of the brake discs using a micrometer. If the thickness of the disc is less than the permissible value, replace the disc (see Chapter 9). The disk is also replaced in case of cracking, overheating zones and other damage (see Chapter 9).
6. Before installing the wheels, check the condition of the brake hoses and the absence of harmful contacts.
Drum brakes
7. The dismantling procedure is described in Chapter 9.
8. Caution: Brake wear products contain asbestos: do not blow air into the drum, do not use petroleum-based solvents for cleaning, use a special cleaning fluid.
9. Inspect the condition of the friction layer of the pad. If the surface is greasy, replace the pad. If the thickness of the friction layer is less than 1.6 mm, replace the pad (always change both!).
10. Inspect the condition of the return and retaining springs, recirculation mechanism.
11. Inspect the brake cylinder and the condition of the dust boots. If there are any brake fluid leaks, replace the brake cylinder (see Chapter 9).
12. Inspect the condition of the brake drum, see in detail Chapter 9.
13. Checking the operation of the brake booster and parking brake is described in detail in Chapter 9.
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