Checking and adjusting brakes Checking pipelines and connections

To prevent sudden failure of the brake system, carefully check the condition of all pipelines:

• metal pipelines should not have dents, cracks and should be located away from sharp edges that could damage them;
• brake hoses must not have through cracks on the outer sheath and must not come into contact with mineral oils and greases that dissolve rubber; by strongly depressing the brake pedal, check for swelling on the hoses, indicating malfunctions;
• all pipe fastening brackets must be well tightened; loose fasteners cause vibration causing breakage,
• leakage of liquid from fittings is not allowed; if necessary, tighten the nuts to the full without subjecting the pipelines to deformation.

Replace parts with new ones if there is the slightest doubt about their suitability.

Flexible hoses, regardless of their condition, should be replaced with new ones after 100,000 km or after five years of vehicle operation to prevent sudden ruptures due to aging.

After five years of operation, it is recommended to replace the brake fluid with a new one.