Service Manual

Table Of Contents
Brakes
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BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Brake adjustment is required after installing new brake
pads or brake discs, after all repairs , and to improve
braking performance. Adjust the brakes when the brake
is cold. The park brake must be in the released
condition during the adjustment procedure.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. Block the
wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. If it is
necessary to service the brake, use a jack to raise
the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
2. Apply 100 bar (1450 psi) of hydraulic pressure to
release the parking brake.
3. Remove the screw cap.
4. Loosen the lock nut. Use a male hex wrench, M8 to
adjusting screw clockwise until both brake pads
contact the brake disc.
5. Turn the adjusting screw counterclockwise to set
the TOTAL clearance specified in the following
table.
6. Hold the adjusting screw in position. Tighten the
lock nut securely.
7. Install and hand-tighten the screw cap.
8. Actuate the brake several times.
9. Check the parking brake on a slope.
Total Lining-to-Disc
Clearance
Adjusting Screw
Revolutions
Inch mm
Minimum 0,020 0,5 1/4
Rated 0,040 1,0 1/2
Maximum 0,060 1,5 3/4