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5.1 Brake hoses/cables and lines
MITSUBISHI FUSO body/equipment mounting directives for FE Issue date: 20. 10. 2020
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5.1 Brake hoses/cables and lines
• Hydraulic lines and brake hoses must be covered
or removed if necessary before carrying out any
welding, drilling and grinding work and before
working with cutting discs.
• After installing, hydraulic lines and brake hoses,
the system must be tested for pressure loss and
leaks.
• No other lines may be attached to brake hoses.
• Lines must be protected from heat by means of
appropriate insulation.
• Line routing must be designed to prevent any
increase in pressure loss.
Comply with all national regulations and laws.
a Risk of accident
Work carried out incorrectly on the brake hoses,
cables and lines may impair their function. This may
lead to the failure of components or parts relevant
to safety.
i Additional information
Further information on brake hoses can be found in
6.11 "Brake systems" É 6.11.
5 Damage prevention