Care must be taken when handling
brake fluid as it may cause skin
problems. Follow manufacturers
instructions carefully. Use only new
brake fluid. Never leave fluid exposed
to the air as it will absorb moisture.
Brake fluid will damage paint and
other finished surfaces.
Use only A.P. Universal brake fluid or
equivalents.
Warning: This car is fitted with servo
assisted brakes. DO NOT move the car
without the engine running, as the
effort required will be greatly
increased. The car will stop if the
pedal is pressed hard enough.
Brake Fluid Reservoir
The brake fluid reservoir is situated
under the bonnet on the bulkhead on
the same side of the car as the driver.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000km) remove
the cover and check fluid level in the
reservoir. If necessary replenish to
within ½" (12mm) of the top with A.P.
Universal Brake Fluid. Replace cover
enssuring that the rubber sealing ring
is in good condition and that the
ventilation hole is unblocked.
If significant topping-up is required
check the master cylinder, slave
cylinders and pipes for leakage, any
leakage must be rectified immediately.
After approximately 3 years or 40,000
miles (64,000km) the seals and cups
of the hydraulic system should be
inspected and if necessary replaced.
Brakes
The brakes will be inspected regularly
during normal servicing, but should
the car be used for competition work,
brake wear will be much more rapid
and therefore inspection and perhaps
replacement of pads or shoes may be
necessary during the period in
between.
Cleanliness is essential when dealing
with brakes, as no method is known
of successfully removing grease or oil
from brake linings. Always replace
with genuine Morgan relined shoes or
pads as they will have the correct
grade of lining, ground to the correct
contour and inspected to conform to
the original specification.
Front Brake Pads
Hydraulic disc brakes are fitted to the
front wheels and the correct brake
adjustment is automatically
maintained, no provision is therefore
made for adjustment.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000km) (more
frequently if used in competition),
check the thickness of the brake pads
and renew if the minimum thickness
is less than
1
/
8
" (3mm). Also check for
oil contamination of brake pads and
discs.
Removal
1. Jack up front of the car and remove
wheels.
2. Straighten and remove the pad
retaining pins and the damping
springs.
3. Withdraw the pads completely.
4. Measure the lining material and if
less than 3mm renew the pads. If
pads are not to be replaced, mark
them in order so they can be replaced
in the original position.
Replacement
1. Push in the pistons with an even
pressure to the bottom of the cylinder
bores. Then slide the pads into
position.
2. Replace the damping springs and fit
NEW retaining pins. Be sure the
damping springs are secured by the
pins and bend over the open end of
the pin.
3. Pump the foot brake pedal until a
solid resistance is felt. This repositions
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Routine Maintenance
Routine
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