Maintenance
NOTE: Failure to follow these routine procedures may result in fail-
ures that are not covered under warranty.
Failure to follow maintenance procedures as outlined in this Own-
er’s Manual may result in component failure. Such failure is not
covered under warranty. Failure may also result in loss of control
or other malfunction that could potentially lead to serious injury or
death!
Hose off the brake rotors and calipers, along with all other parts of
the trailer that have come in contact with salt water or brackish wa-
ter, as this will minimize corrosion. A fresh water flush of the system
is the most critical aspect of trailer maintenance.
Extremely thick, heavy rust on rotor surfaces will not allow the wheel
assembly to rotate freely, resulting in heat build-up and premature
wear on components. Clean or replace components as necessary.
Brake pads must be replaced when 3/32” (.094”) or less of the pad
friction material is left.
Brake pad replacement should be performed by an authorized
MasterCraft dealer. Improper pad replacement may decrease
braking effectiveness, potentially resulting in a collision as a result
of failure to stop the tow vehicle within an acceptable distance.
Rotors should be resurfaced by a qualified brake specialist if ex-
treme galling or wear marks are present.
Worn rotors must be replaced. Failure to do so may result in brake
failure, which may cause serious injury or death.
Be certain that hydraulic fluid is clean and the fluid level is within
1/8” from the bottom of the threads on the reservoir plug. (See the
Actuator and Axle information contained in this section of the Own-
er’s Manual.) Do not fill beyond that level. Brake systems use DOT 3
(preferred) or DOT 4 hydraulic fluid.
DO NOT USE DOT 5 BRAKE FLUID. DOT 5 FLUID WILL DAMAGE THE
SEALS IN THE ACTUATOR AND CALIPERS, CAUSING FAILURE OF
THE BRAKES THAT COULD LEAD TO INJURY OR DEATH.
NOTE: Care must be taken to avoid brake fluid coming in contact
with the trailer paint. Brake fluid will damage paint! Such damage
is not covered under warranty!
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