Brake And Clutch Operation; Clutch Shaft Bearings; Clutch And Brake Pedal Bearings; Rear Axle Oil Filler And Handbrake Compensator - Triumph TR3 Instruction Book

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Check the oil level during this period, especially after the first 1,000 miles,

and replenish if necessary to level with bottom of the threads in the filler

orifice. Should a top-up be necessary, investigate the cause of oil loss. The

filler plug fitted to the rear axle cover is accessible from underneath the car

(see arrow A, Fig. 11). Clean away mud before unscrewing the filler plug to

avoid grit falling into the axle.

The hydraulic fluid for clutch and brake operation is contained in a single

reservoir which has an inner and outer chamber.

connected to the clutch withdrawal mechanism and the outer chamber to the

brakes.

Check the fluid level every 1,000 miles. The fluid must be maintained level

with the top of the inner chamber. When filling or topping up the reservoir,

use only the special fluid recommended. Any other fluid may be dangerous.

Apply the grease gun to the clutch shaft bearing grease nipples (one at each

side of the clutch housing) every 6,000 miles.

nipples are accessible from underneath the car. (See arrow (3), Fig 32, page

38).

Apply the oil can to the various pivots, etc., of the pedal linkages, both

under the bonnet and in the driving compartment.

Fig. II .

GENERAL UPKEEP

BRAKE AND CLUTCH OPERATION

One shot is sufficient. The

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The inner chamber is

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