Dodge B-I-B 1948 Driver Manual page 31

FLUID LEVEL IN BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER
The level of the brake fluid in the master cylinder should be checked
whenever brake shoe adjustment is required. However, unless there
is a leak somewhere in the system it is improbable that it will be
necessary to add fluid. The level should be maintained "full" or not
less than "half-full". This can be inspected by removing the filler
plug from the top of the master cylinder. All traces of dirt should
be wiped off the cylinder and plug before it is removed so as to
avoid the possibility of dirt entering the cylinder when removing
the plug. Absolute cleanliness of the fluid is essential for the safe
and satisfactory operation of the brake system.
BRAKE MASTER CYUNDER
ADJUSTMENT OF HAND BRAKE
Clearance at the band should be .015 to .030 inch. The clearance
will increase with use because of natural wear on the lining. When
the clearance becomes greater than .030 inch, it should be reduced
to .015 inch by adjusting the band. To adjust the brake band, pro-
ceed as follows:
1. Set hand lever in fully released position.
2. Remove anchor clip screw lock wire and adjust screw so band
and drum have .015 inch clearance.
3. lock anchor clip screw with lock wire.
4. Back off large adjusting bolt lock nuts until free.
5. Turn bracket adjusting screw nut after loosening lock nut until
band and drum have .01 5 inch clearance.
6. lock bracket adjusting screw nut with lock nut.
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