Operator`s manual

SECTION 7

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

Figure 7-18. Brake pad wear, hydraulic brakes.

Figure 7-19. Removing the brake pads from the brake caliper.

Handbrake Inspection

The ARGO HDi and HD models are equipped with a

hydraulic handbrake system. This consists of an independent

set of hydraulic brake calipers and brake discs. The master

cylinder is mounted on the left side steering bar. Figure

7-19a.

Figure 7-19a. Hydraulic handbrake levels

Monitor the hand brake uid on a regular basis. The master

cylinder reservoir is translucent and the uid level is visible

to the eye without removing the cover. Ensure the level is to

the “top” level mark. Figure 7-19a.

Inspect all brake hoses and brake ttings at both hand brake

and hydraulic calipers for any signs of brake uid leaks.

IMPORTANT: If the cover needs to be removed to

replenish or service the system, thoroughly clean the

cover and surrounding area before removing to avoid any

contamination to the brake system.

Brake Pad Inspection Procedure (HDi and HD

Handbrake Pads)

Inspect the brake pads after every 25 hours of operation.

Worn, glazed or contaminated brake pads affect the efciency

of the brake system. To inspect the pads, rst remove the

rewall.

To remove the rewall:

1. Remove the front oor pan and turn the rewall release

catches (located at the top of the firewall) counter-

clockwise 1/4 turn.

2. Pull the top of the rewall rearward moving the throttle

cable clear of the area at the steering column that it is

routed through. Push the rubber gear shift boot back into

the engine compartment.

3. Lift the rewall clear of the driving compartment.

Brake Pad Inspection Procedure

With the rewall removed, both handbrake hydraulic brake

calipers are visible. Each caliper has 2 brake pads which are

secured by (2) 3/8” Socket Head bolts. Inspect all 4 brake

pads.

Replace the pads when:

• the brake lining material molded to each metal backing

plate is worn to 0.035" (1/32”) thickness. (Figure 7-19b).

• the pads are glazed and brake performance is affected.

• the pads are contaminated with lubricant, and brake

performance is affected.