Mazda 323 1988 Workshop Manual page 748

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ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
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ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
Check fluid level in reservoir. It should be between
the "Max" and "Min" lines on the reservoir.
If the fluid level is extremely low, check the brake sys-
tem for leaks.
BRAKE LINES
Check the following and replace ar repair any faulty
parts.
1, Cracks damage and corrosion of brake hose
2. Damage to brake hose threads
3. Scars, cracks and swelling of flexible hose
4. Fluid leakage of all lines
SIMPLE INSPECTION OF DISC PAD (Front)
1, Loosen the front wheel lug nuts.
2. Jack up the front of the vehicle, and support it with
safety stands.
3. Remove the wheels.
4. Check through the caliper inspection hole and see
if the remaining thickness of the pad is at least 2
mm (0.08 in)
Note
When the remaining thickness becomes 2 mm
(0.08 in), the wear indicator indicates that the
pad shduid be replaced by creating a squeal-
ing noise while driving.
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Wear indicator
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