• Tips on Brakes
To help prevent brake problems or failures, the following regular inspections and maintenance should be performed on your brake system.

• Check the fluid levels.
• Check the line for rust or punctures. You may be able to do this, but consult a qualified technician if necessary.
• Check the brake hoses for brittleness or cracking. This check should be done by a qualified technician.
• Check the brake linings and pads for wear, brake fluid or grease. This check should be done by a qualified technician.
• Check the wheel bearings and grease seals. This check should be done by a qualified technician.
• Adjust the parking brake as required. This adjustment should be done by a qualified technician.

Some signals that may indicate a problem with your brake system are:

• Squeals - caused by excessive heating of brake pads or linings.
• Rubbing - caused by the metal brake rotor rubbing against the metal component of the brake pad. This sound means that the brake pad is completely worn away.
• A soft brake pedal indicates that there may be a brake fluid leak or air in the lines.
• Brake pull indicates worn linings, stuck pistons in the calipers or wheel cylinders, or saturated linings (caused by grease or brake fluid).

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