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6.43.2 Removal
Required Tools:
Parts and Material:
Type of Maintenance:
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Return to Service:
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To remove from the wheel, unbolt the brake cylinder from the backing plate.
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To remove from the aircraft, disconnect the brake line. Use a container to collect the brake fluid
draining from the system.
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The brake disc is removed after the wheel is removed and disassembled.
6.43.3 Wheel Brake Inspection and Repair
Required Tools:
Parts and Material:
Type of Maintenance:
Level of Certification:
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1. Clean all parts except brake linings in dry cleaning solvent and dry thoroughly.
2. New piston sealing O-Rings should be installed each time the brakes are disassembled. If re-use
is necessary, they should be wiped with a clean cloth saturated in automotive brake fluid and
inspected for damage.
NOTE: Thorough cleaning is important.
malfunctions and leaks in hydraulic brake systems.
3. Check brake linings for deterioration or excessive wear.
4. Inspect brake cylinder bore for scoring. A scored cylinder will leak or cause rapid seal wear. If
wear is evident, install a new brake cylinder.
5. If the anchor bolts on the brake assembly are nicked or gouged, replace with new bolts.
6.43.4 Wheel Brake Installation
Required Tools:
Parts and Material:
Type of Maintenance:
Level of Certification:
Return to Service:
1. Place brake calliper assembly in position on backing plate.
2. Install bolts, springs, outboard pad and nuts/washers.
3. Reconnect flexible hose.
4. Visually inspect. Ensure there is clearance between the brake components and the tyre.
5. Fill master cylinder reservoir with brake fluid.
Bleed brakes – Refer to Section 6.46.
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Jabiru Aircraft
J120, J160, J170, J200/J400, J230/J430, J250/J450 Variants
Spanners / Socket wrench
Container
N/A
Line Maintenance
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
Clean cloth
Spanners / Socket Wrench
Solvent
Replacement O-Rings
Automotive brake fluid
Replacement brake cylinder (if required)
Replacement anchor bolts (if required)
Line Maintenance
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
Spanners / Socket Wrench
N/A
Line Maintenance
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
L1, L2 or LAME (Owner, A&P or LSA Repairman / Maintenance)
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