Brake Fluid; Brake Inspection - GEM e2 2018 Owner's Manual

BRAKES

BRAKE INSPECTION

1. Check the brake system for fluid
leaks.
2. Check the brake pedal for excessive
travel or a spongy feel.
3. Check the friction pads for wear,
damage and looseness.
4. Inspect the brake disc spline and
pad wear surface for excessive
wear.
5. Change pads when worn to 0.030"
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(0.762 mm).

BRAKE FLUID

Inspect the brake system routinely.
Inspect the brake fluid level before each
operation. If the level drops between
fluid checks, add brake fluid as needed.
Your authorized dealer can provide
service.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Open the hood. The brake fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side of the
vehicle, above and to the rear of the front tire.
3. View the brake fluid level in the reservoir. The level should be between the
upper (MAX)
4. If the fluid level is lower than the upper level line, add brake fluid to the upper
(MAX) line.
5. Apply the brake forcefully for the few seconds and check for fluid leakage
around the fittings.
Change the brake fluid every two years and any time the fluid becomes
contaminated, the fluid level is below the minimum, or if the type and brand of
the fluid in the reservoir are unknown. Always use DOT4 brake fluid.
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and lower (MIN)
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level lines.
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