Checking Brake Lines

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. Protect any painted surfaces from expelled brake fluid and wipe any areas of excess brake fluid.

3. Open hood.

4. 
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   Check brake line fittings (A) at bottom of reservoir (B) for leaks.

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5. Tighten brake line fitting banjo bolts, as needed, to specification.

   Banjo Bolts	Torque	27 N·m (20 lb-ft)

6. Rotate wheels to provide access to brake calipers.

7. Each caliper has two bleeder screws. If bleeding brakes is necessary, use only the upper screw (F) to bleed brake calipers.

   
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   Inspect lower brake line fitting (C) on each brake caliper (D) for leaks. Tighten brake line fitting banjo bolt (E), as needed, to specification.

   Banjo Bolt	Torque	27 N·m (20 lb-ft)

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8. Lower hood.

9. Start vehicle and press brake pedal. If leaks are still found, see your John Deere Dealer for service.