SERVICE BRAKES DO NOT STOP VEHICLE - continued

TM 10-3930-673-20-1

WARNING

Be sure wheels are chocked before removing parking brake assembly.

Springs are under tension. Always wear protective glasses when working on springs under tension. Use care when removing

springs from brake pads. Failure to follow these precautions could result in personal injury.

At operating temperatures, hydraulic oil is hot and under pressure. Hot oil is hot and under pressure. Hot oil can cause injuries.

Allow hydraulic oil to cool before disconnecting any hydraulic lines.

CAUTION

Wipe the area clean around all hydraulic connections to be opened during removal and disassembly. Cap oil lines and plug holes

after removing lines.

Contamination of the hydraulic system could result in premature failure.

Washing oil seals, electrical cables and flexible hoses with dry cleaning solvents or mineral spirits will cause serious damage or

destroy materials.

BRAKE LINES AND FITTINGS

VISUAL INSPECTION

Visually inspect hydraulic brake lines and

fittings for breaks and leaks.

(a) If lines and fittings are free from

signs of damage and/or leaks, go

to Step 2 of this fault.

(b) If lines and fittings show signs of

damage and/or leaks, replace lines

and fittings as necessary

(Para 12-9).

TR01470

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