Brake Discs And Pads (Front) Inspection; Brake Drums And Shoes (Rear) Inspection; Brake Hoses And Pipes Inspection; Brake Fluid Replacement - Suzuki 2006 SX4 Service Manual

0B-7 Maintenance and Lubrication:

Brake Discs and Pads (Front) Inspection

1) Remove wheel and caliper but don't disconnect
brake hose from caliper.
2) Check front disc brake pads and discs for excessive
wear, damage and deflection. Replace parts as
necessary. For details, refer to "Front Disc Brake
Pad Inspection in Section 4B" and "Front Brake Disc
Inspection in Section 4B".
Be sure to torque caliper pin bolts to specification.

Brake Drums and Shoes (Rear) Inspection

1) Remove wheel and brake drum.
2) Check rear brake drums and brake linings for
excessive wear and damage, while wheels and
drums are removed. At the same time, check wheel
cylinders for leaks. Replace these parts as
necessary.
For details, refer to "Rear Brake Drum and Shoe
Inspection in Section 4C".

Brake Hoses and Pipes Inspection

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Perform this inspection where these is enough light and
use a mirror as necessary.
• Check brake hoses and pipes for proper hookup,
leaks, cracks, chafing and other damage.
• Check that hoses and pipes are clear of sharp edges
and moving parts.
Repair or replace any of these parts as necessary.
CAUTION
!
After replacing any brake pipe or hose, be
sure to carry out air purge operation.
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Brake Fluid Replacement

Change brake fluid as follows.
Drain existing fluid from brake system completely, fill
system with specified fluid and carry out air purge
operation.
For air purging procedure, refer to "Air Bleeding of Brake
System in Section 4A".

Brake Lever and Cable Inspection

1) Inspect brake cable for damage and smooth
movement.
Replace cable if it is in deteriorated condition.
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