Inspection Of Brake Lines, Hoses And Connections; Inspection Of Disc Brake; Inspection Of Drum Brake; Replacement Of Brake Fluid - Mazda B-Series 1997 Workshop Manual

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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE SERVICES
INSPECTION OF BRAKE LINES, HOSES AND
CONNECTIONS
Check the points below, and replace any parts if
necessary:
1.
Cracking, damage or corrosion of the brake hose.
2. Damage to the brake hose threads.
3. Scars, cracks or swelling of the flexible hose.
4.
All lines for fluid leakage.
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INSPECTION OF DISC BRAKE
Check the following disc brake components:
1. Check the caliper operation and inspect for leaks.
2.
Check the pads for wear.
3. Check the condition and thickness of the disc plate.
Limit:
Disc pad thickness: 1.5mm (0.06 in}
Disc plate thickness: 22.lmm (0.87 in}
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INSPECTION OF DRUM BRAKE
1. Check the wheel cylinder operation and inspect for leaks.
2. Check the linings for wear or damage.
3. Check the condition of the inner surface and the inner
diameter of the drum.
Standard diameter: Shown on drum
Diameter limit: Standard diameter
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0.762mm
(0.030 in}
REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE FLUID
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Caution
The fluid in the reservoir must be maintained at the
3/4 level or higher during replacement.
Do not spill brake fluid onto painted surfaces. If
spilled, wipe it off immediately.
1. Remove the brake fluid from the reservoir by using a
suction pump.
2. Fill the reservoir with clean brake fluid.
Fluid specification: FMVSS116 or DOT-3
3. Attach a vinyl tube to the farthest bleeder screw and place
the other end of the tube in a clear container.
4. Pump out the old brake fluid by loosening the bleeder
screw and pumping the brake pedal until only clean fluid
is expelled.
5. Perform the above for all the bleeder screws.
6. Fill the reservoir to the specified levels.