PRESTART CHECKS 650/800/850 GUEPARD
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Braking system
Brake levers and pedal
● Make sure there is no brake levers and handbrake
free stroke.
If the free stroke is detected, contact the repair
workshop for the braking system check.
● Check the brake pedal free stroke. If the pedal
free stroke exceeds the recommended values,
adjust it. (See page 85)
● Check the brake pedal height. If the pedal height
does not comply with the recommended values,
contact the repair workshop to adjust it.
● Check the brake levers and pedal operation.
They should move smoothly and flexibly.
Otherwise, it is necessary to contact the repair
workshop for adjustment.
Brake fluid level
Check the brake fluid level. If necessary, fill up the
the brake fluid. (See page 86)
Recommended brake fluid: SAE DOT-4
Brake fluid leakage
Check the hose connections and the expansion tank
for brake fluid leakages. Engage the braking system
approximately for one minute. If the brake lever
moves slowly when pushed, the braking system may
be leaking. To correct the fault contact the repair
workshop.
Brake operation
Upon staring movement, slow down at low speed
tocheck the brake operable condition. If the brakes
do not provide steady braking check the brake pads
for wear. (See page 87)
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It is necessary to check the brakes before
everytrip. If any problems in the braking system
are detected, as well as in case of impaired
braking efficiency, do not use the vehicle
category T3b, as it may cause an accident. If the
problem cannot be corrected by adjustment in
accordance with our recommendations, contact
the repair workshop.
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