Brake system - inspect fluid level - AP42.10-P-4210V

MODEL 171 

Fig 1: Identifying Expansion Reservoir

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	Checking
	Risk of poisoning  caused by swallowing brake fluid. Risk of injury  caused by brake fluid coming into contact with skin and eyes	Only pour brake fluid into suitable and appropriately marked containers. Wear protective clothing and eye protection when handling brake fluid.
	Brake fluid notes		AH42.50-P-0001-01A
	Notes on repairs to brake system		AH42.00-P-0003-01A
1	Open engine hood and raise to vertical position
	Opening engine hood, moving to upright position and closing		AR88.40-P-1000V
2	Check fluid level in expansion reservoir (1) and correct if necessary	The fluid level must be between the "MAX" and "MIN" marks embossed in the expansion reservoir (1) If the fluid level is too low, establish and eliminate cause:↓
		Checking brake lining thickness.
		Check brake system and clutch operation for leaks.
		Brake fluid	*BF42.10-P-1001-01A
3	Close engine hood
	Opening engine hood, moving to upright position and closing		AR88.40-P-1000V

BRAKE FLUID

Number	Designation			Model 171
BF42.10-P-1001-01A	Brake fluid	Filling capacity	Liters	≈ 0.45 to 0.6
		Specifications for Operating Fluids	Sheet	BB00.40-P-0330-01A
			Sheet	BB00.40-P-0331-00A