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MAINTAININGYOURVEHICLE
BrakeSystem
BrakeAndPowerSteeringSystemHoses
In ord er to assu re brake system perform ance, all brake
system components shou ld be insp ected period ically.
Suggested service intervals can be found in the Mainte-
nance Section.
When servicing the vehicle for sched uled maintenance,
insp ect the surface of the hoses and nylon tubing for
evid ence of heat and mechanical damage. Hard and
brittle rubber, cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and exces-
sive swelling suggest deterioration of the rubber. Particu -
lar attention shou ld be made to exam ining those hose
surfaces nearest to high heat sou rces, such as the exhau st
manifold .
WARNING!
Riding the brakes can lead to brake failure and
possiblyanaccident.Drivingwithyourfootresting
orridingonthebrakepedalcanresultinabnormally
highbraketemperatures,excessiveliningwear,and
possiblebrakedamage.Youwouldn’thaveyourfull
brakingcapacityinanemergency.
Insp ect all hose clamps and couplings to make sure they
are secure and no leaks are present.
Insu re nylon tubing in these areas has not melted or
collap sed .
Product Specification
Categories | Chrysler Manuals, Chrysler PT Cruiser Manuals |
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Model Year | 2005 |
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Owmers manual did not come with the car I purchased