6-10 Instruments and warning lamps
CAUTION
Although the brake shoe clearance is adjusted
automatically, unexpected failure of the auto-
matic adjuster can result in excessive clearance
and poor brake performance. Regularly check
the brake shoe clearance and how much the
brake lining is worn to confirm that the auto-
matic adjuster is functioning correctly.
4 Air pressure warning lamp
This lamp lights up and the buzzer sounds when the
brake air pressure has dropped to an unsafe level
at which sufficient braking performance is not
ensured. Pull off the road as soon as it is safe to do
so, and perform the following checks.
NOTE:
With the starter switch in the “ON” position and the
engine not running, the warning lamp will illumi-
nate. It is normal if the lamp will go out if the engine
is started.
1. Let the engine run at an intermediate RPM until
the warning lamp goes out.
2. Check piping and its connections for air leaks.
3. If the lamp does not go out or goes on again
soon after it has gone out, the system must be
repaired. Call an authorized dealer.
5 Charge warning lamp
The charge warning lamp lights up when the starter
switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out
as soon as the alternator starts charging the battery
after the engine has turned over.
The lamp also lights up if a problem occurs in the
battery charging system while the engine is running.
If this occurs, pull off the road as soon as it is safe to
do so, and perform the following checks.
WARNING
• The brakes become completely inopera-
tive when the compressed air in the air
tank is exhausted.
• When the warning lamp is illuminated, the
brakes are dangerously sluggish and
could cause an accident. Never continue
driving with the vehicle in this condition.
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