Peterbilt Medium Duty Trucks Operator's Manual after 1-07

Brake System
Preventive Maintenance
BRAKE PADS
ANCHOR
PLATES
BRAKE PADS
Calipers - Visually inspect calipers for brake fluid leakage,
damaged or defective pistons or piston boots. If
there is evidence of leakage, damage, or other
defects the caliper should be replaced or
repaired.
CALIPERS
FRONT
ROTORS
REAR
CALIPERS
Disc brake rotors - Visually inspect rotors for scoring, warping,
cracks, bluing or heat spots or other damage
or defects. If signs of damage or defects are
found, the rotor(s) should be resurfaced or
replaced in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's
recommended service procedure.
Anchor plates - Visually inspect anchor plates for worn or
damaged slippers, damaged or dislodged guide
pin boots or other defects. If signs of wear, damage
or defects are found, the anchor plate(s)
should be repaired or replaced.
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Parking Brake Component Inspection
NOTE: If you are not properly trained to perform
brake inspections or service, take your vehicle to
your nearest Peterbilt dealer.
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