2.2 Brake System
2.2.1 General
The Brake System must be fully functional when
the vehicle conversion is completed. The vehicle
brake operating modes must be checked,
including warning system and parking brakes.
WARNING: Do not restrict the airflow and
cooling to the brake system.
NOTE: Do not obstruct the view of the brake fluid
reservoir level.
The brake fluid reservoir must remain accessible
for servicing and for adding brake fluid.
2.2.2 Brake Hoses
CAUTION: Make sure that the front and
rear brake hoses are not twisted and are
correctly located away from body and
chassis components.
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Brake Light Circuit Feed
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Brake Pedal
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+12V when brake pedal is pressed
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Front and rear brake hoses must not rub, chafe or
rest on body or chassis or body components.
There must be clearance under all operating
conditions, between full compression and
extension and full lock to lock.
Brake lines must not be used to support or secure
any other component.
2.2.3 Trailer brakes
If electric trailer brakes are to be installed, they
can be triggered by the brake light switch. The
brake light switch is the lower of 2 switches
positioned above the brake pedal inside the cabin.
The maximum additional load is 1A.
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Date of Publication: 12/2014
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