Replace Front Disc Brake Pads - Taylor-Dunn TT-316-36 Operation, T Roubleshooting And Replacement Parts Manual

REPLACE FRONT DISC BRAKE
PADS
Current Taylor-Dunn
free. However, there is the possibility that
the original brakes were replaced with
aftermarket parts containing asbestos. Since
this possibility exists, all brake parts should
be handled as if they contain asbestos. Refer
to appendix C for recommended handling
precautions.
NOTE: Installing new brake pads will raise the brake
fluid level in the master cylinder.
1. Make sure the key-switch is in the "OFF"
position, then remove the key.
2. Place the forward-reverse switch in the
center "OFF" position.
3. Confirm the electric park brake is applied.
4. Place blocks under the rear wheels to
prevent vehicle movement.
5. Disconnect the main positive and negative
cables at the batteries.
6. Thoroughly clean the area around the master
cylinder cap.
7. Remove fluid from the master cylinder until it is
1/2 full.
Maintenance, Service, and Repair
brakes are asbestos
®
Always use a lifting strap, hoist, and jack
stands, of adequate capacity to lift and
support the vehicle. Failure to use lifting
and support devices of rated load capacity
may result in severe bodily injury.
8. Raise the front of the vehicle and support with
jack stands.
9. Remove the 5-wheel nuts holding the wheel to the
front hub.
10. Remove the wheel from the front hub and push it
away from the brake.
NOTE: Refer to the illustration below for the following
steps.
11. Remove the brake body bolts (10) and discard the
lock nuts (1) and brake pads (8).
12. Remove the spacer bushings (6) from the
mounting bracket (5) and discard the bushings.
13. Inspect the brake rotor. See
Brakes
section for information regarding
inspecting the brake rotor.
14. Inspect the spacers (7) and replace if any wear or
damage is found.
15. Install new spacer bushings in the mounting
bracket.
16. Install new brake pads and assemble the caliper
in reverse order. Torque the brake body bolts to
11 ft-lbs.
17. Install the tire/wheel assembly onto the hub and
lower the vehicle to the ground.
18. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level. Refer
Check Master Cylinder Fluid
to
information on the proper master cylinder fluid
level.
19. Reconnect the main positive and negative cables
at the batteries.
20. Remove the blocks from behind the wheels and
test drive the vehicle.
Inspect the Service
section for
Brakes
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