OPERATION AND SERVICE INFORMATION
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Owner’s Manual and Service Guide
Fig.10 Typical Brake Performance Test
marker in the test area and remove foot from pedal. The vehicle should stop aggressively. The wheel brakes
may or may not lock. Observe the vehicle stopping location or measure the vehicle stopping distance from
the point at which the brakes were latched. The vehicle should stop within the ‘normal’ range of stopping
distances. If the vehicle stops more than 4 ft. ( 3.0m) beyond the accept able stopping distance or pulls to one
side, the vehicle has failed the test and should be tested again.
If the vehicle fails the second test, it should immediately be removed from service. The vehicle must be
inspected by a qualified mechanic who should refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section in the Technician’s
Repair and Service Manual.
REAR AXLE
The only maintenance required for the first three years is the periodic inspection of the lubricant level. The
rear axle is provided with a lubricant level check/fill plug located on the bottom of the differential (Ref Fig.
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