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Check brake lining thickness - AP42.10-P-4253G

MODEL 460, 461, 463 with drum brakes on rear axle 

MODEL 463.236 with CODE (979) Special protection version 

Shown Round brake grommet 

Fig 1: Identifying Plug And Inspection Holes (Round Grommet)
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Shown Square brake grommet 

Fig 2: Identifying Plug And Inspection Hole
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INSPECT Checking     
DANGER Risk of death  caused by vehicle slipping or toppling off of the lifting platform. Align vehicle between columns of vehicle lift and position four support plates at vehicle lift support points specified by vehicle manufacturer. AS00.00-Z-0010-01A
DANGER Risk of injury  to skin and eyes caused by handling hot or glowing objects. Wear safety gloves, protective clothing and safety glasses, if necessary. AS00.00-Z-0002-01A
1 Raise vehicle with vehicle lift    
REFER TO TESTING & REPAIR Lift/jack up vehicle   AR00.60-P-1000G
2 Pull grommets (1) out of inspection holes (2)    
3 Check lining thickness of brake shoes   *BE42.10-P-1002-10A 
4 Insert grommet (1)    
5 Lower vehicle    
TEST VALUES FOR SERVICE BRAKE

Number Designation Model 460, 461, 463
BE42.10-P-1002-10A Brake lining wear limit, drum brake mm 3.5