Fluid Precautions; Brake Lines, Hoses, And Fittings; Hydraulic Brake Fluid Accumulators; Abs Connections And Sensors - IC Bus CE Series Operation And Maintenance Manual

During normal vehicle operation and servicing, the fluid level will
vary between the MIN and MAX lines on the master cylinder
mounted front reservoir. Do not fill the master cylinder to the
top of the reservoir. Over filling may lead to overflow. DO NOT
add fluid above MAX line.

Fluid Precautions

Use only DOT 3 Brake Fluid which is properly identified in
a sealed container. Avoid brake fluid contact with painted
surfaces. It will damage the paint.

Brake Lines, Hoses, and Fittings

• Check lines for kinks, dents, corrosion, or ruptures.
• Check hoses for abrasion, kinks, soft spots, ruptures,
collapse, cracks, twists or loose frame supports. When
replacing a hose, be sure there is enough clearance
to prevent the new hose from rubbing against other
components.
• Examine all connections for leaks.
• Repair or replace brake line tubes, hoses or fittings as
required.

Hydraulic Brake Fluid Accumulators

To prevent property damage, personal injury, and
/ or death, since the brake system is under high
pressure, it should only be serviced by qualified
personnel in accordance to the instructions in the
service manual.
The hydraulic brake fluid accumulators store fluid under
pressure. The pressure of the gas in the accumulator may
gradually diminish over time.
self diagnostics that sense when the accumulators should be
replaced. The BRAKE PRESSURE indicator on the Instrument
Panel Gauge Cluster will illuminate for multiple reasons including
when the accumulators need to be replaced.
replacement should only be performed by a trained professional.

ABS Connections and Sensors

Periodically, push together ABS wiring connections to ensure
they are fully seated. Press the wheel speed sensors into their
mounting collars to ensure they are fully seated.

Chassis Inspection

Regular maintenance and replacement of worn, loose, or
damaged parts will usually prevent more serious problems from
developing later.
Maintenance
WARNING
The brake system contains
Accumulator
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