Brakes - Suzuki LT-Z90K7 2007 Service Manual

BRAKES

INSUFFICIENT BRAKE POWER
Symptom, possible causes and remedy
• Worn brake drum.
• Oil adhesion on friction surface of shoes.
• Worn shoe linings.
• Too much play on brake lever.
BRAKE SQUEAKING
Symptom, possible causes and remedy
• Carbon adhesion on lining surface.
• Loose front wheel hub nut or rear wheel hub nut.
• Damaged wheel hub bearings.
• Worn linings.
• Wrongly fixed spring.
EXCESSIVE BRAKE LEVER STROKE
Symptom, possible causes and remedy
• Worn brake lever cam.
BRAKE DRAGS
Symptom, possible causes and remedy
• Rusty part.
• Insufficient brake lever lubrication.
Replace.
Clean drum and shoes.
Replace.
Adjust.
Repair surface with sandpaper.
Tighten to specified torque.
Replace.
Replace.
Set correctly.
Replace brake cam.
Clean and lubricate.
Lubricate.
SERVICING INFORMATION 7-9