Disk Brake System Inspection - Sym PA12B Service Manual

Disk Brake System Inspection

Inspection
Visually examine for leakage or damage.
Inspect the brake hose joint for looseness.
Turn the handle bar to right and left; press the
cushion to see if there is any interference with
the brake system.
Check the brake pads for wear.
Replace the brake pads if either pad is worn
to the bottom of wear limit groove.
Park the vehicle on the level ground.
Check the brake fluid level.
Recommended Brake Fluid: WELL RUN
BRAKE OIL (DOT 3).
Caution
When the vehicle is inclined or just
stopped, the brake fluid level could not be
accurate.
Do not mix different types of brake fluid
which are not compatible with each other.
Use the same brand brake fluid to ensure
the brake efficiency.
Adding brake fluid
Turn the handlebar to make the reservoir level
before opening the reservoir cap.
Cover the painted, plastic or rubber surface
with a rag before performing brake system
maintenance.
Caution
Do not fill brake fluid over upper limit.
To this chapter contents
Fluid level upper limit
10. Brake System
Brake hose joint
Brake disk
Wear limit groove
Reservoir cap
Diaphragm
Lower limit
Brake fluid
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