Brake Disc And Pad Inspection - Club Car Carryall 1500 2016 Maintenance And Service Manual

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Brake System Inspection

BRAKE DISC AND PAD INSPECTION

• Inspect each brake disc. They should not be warped or have excessive scores or heat checks. Each disc should be
at least 0.150 inches (3.81 mm) at the thinnest point.
• Inspect each brake caliper assembly. They should not hold the brake pads tightly against the disc when not in use.
It is highly recommended that brake calipers, both front and rear, be thoroughly cleaned whenever the vehicle is
subjected to extreme environments that can allow a large accumulation of mud or ice/snow to become packed
between the inside of the wheel rim and the brake calipers. Pressure washing, or equivalent, is recommended to
remove such accumulation from the calipers.
WARNING
• Long-term operation of a vehicle with material packed around the calipers can inhibit brake function
and possibly damage brake components, leading to possible severe personal injury or death.
• Inspect the brake pads for wear. The pads should not be glazed or soiled with grease or brake fluid. There should
be at least 0.020 inches (0.508 mm) of brake pad material at the thinnest point. See following WARNING.
WARNING
• Use only approved replacement brake pads designed for your vehicle.
• Use only DOT 5 brake fluid.
• Do not pump brake pedal without fluid in the reservoir or master cylinder.
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