Suzuki Ozark - BRAKES

2-12 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
BRAKES
BRAKE PADS
• Remove the front wheels. (7-10)
The extent of brake pad wear can be checked by observing the
limit line 1 on the side of brake pads. When the wear reaches
the limit line, replace the pads with new ones. (7-18)
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BRAKE SHOES
This vehicle is equipped with a brake lining wear limit indicator
on the brake panel. At the condition of normal lining wear , an
extended line from the index mark on the brake camshaft should
be within the range embossed on the brake panel with the brake
on.
To check wear of the brake lining, perform the following steps.
• Make sure the brake system is properly adjusted.
• Operate the brake, to check if the extension line from the
index mark 1 is within the range 2 indicated on the brake
panel.
• If the extension line is outside the range, the brake shoe
assembly should be replaced to ensure safe operation.
(7-46 to 7-52)
REAR BRAKE PEDAL AND LEVER
The procedure for adjusting the rear brake pedal and brake
lever is as follows:
NOTE:
First adjust the brake pedal and next adjust the brake lever.
Brake pedal
Check that the brake pedal play A is within the specified range.
If the play is not within the specified range, makes adjustments.
 Brake pedal play A: 20 – 30 mm (0.8 – 1.2 in)
Inspect initially at 1 month and every 3 months there-
after.
Replace the brake pads as a set, otherwise braking
performance will be adversely affected.