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Troubleshooting Drive
System
Troubleshooting Brake
System
Problem: Power not transmitted from engine to wheels
Condition Remedy
1. Rear axle shafts serration worn — broken 1. Replace shaft
Problem: Power not transmitted from engine to either front wheel
Condition Remedy
1. Secondary drive — driven gear teeth broken
2. Propeller shaft serration worn — broken
3. Coupling damaged
4. Coupling joint serration worn — damaged
5. Front drive — driven bevel gears broken — damaged
6. Front differential gears/pinions broken — damaged
7. Sliding dogs/shaft fork worn — damaged
8. Front drive axle worn — damaged
9. Front drive axle serration worn — damaged
1. Replace gear(s)
2. Replace shaft
3. Replace coupling
4. Replace joint
5. Replace gear(s)
6. Replace gears — pinions
7. Replace gear(s)
8. Replace axle
9. Replace axle
Problem: Braking poor
Condition Remedy
1. Pad worn
2. Pedal free-play excessive
3. Brake fluid leaking
4. Hydraulic system spongy
5. Master cylinder/brake cylinder seal worn
1. Replace pads
2. Replace pads
3. Repair — replace hydraulic system component(s)
4. Bleed hydraulic system — correct or repair leaks
5. Replace master cylinder
Problem: Brake lever travel excessive
Condition Remedy
1. Hydraulic system entrapped air
2. Brake fluid low
3. Brake fluid incorrect
4. Piston seal — cup worn
1. Bleed hydraulic system
2. Add fluid to proper level
3. Drain system — replace with correct fluid
4. Replace master cylinder
Problem: Brake fluid leaking
Condition Remedy
1. Connection joints loose
2. Hose cracked
3. Piston seal worn
1. Tighten joint
2. Replace hose
3. Replace brake caliper