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Alfa Romeo Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual (2005-2010)23 · Fault diagnosis
23 · Diagnostics

Brake fluid leaks

Make
Alfa Romeo
Model
Brera and Spider Factory Service Manual
Year
2005–2010
Section
Consumption /leaks/ wear › Brake fluid leaks
Fault diagnosisBrake fluid leaks

BRAKE FLUID LEAKS

2.2 JTS, 3.2 JTS

A brake fluid leak can be seen

0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

First of all check whether the problem is accompanied by poor braking action.

Visually check the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir

Op. 0010T64 BRAKE AND/OR CLUTCH FLUID CHECK LEVEL AND TOP UP AS NECESSARY

Move on to Step 1Poor braking action detected.

Proceed as instructed in the

See table F001 POOR BRAKING ACTION

Insufficient brake fluid level.

Restore the correct level

Op. 0010T64 BRAKE AND/OR CLUTCH FLUID CHECK LEVEL AND TOP UP AS NECESSARY

and carry out a road test. If the fault persists, move on to Step 1.

1RESERVOIR LEAK CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check visually for fluid leaks from the reservoir and pipes.Move on to Step 2Leaks from tank.

Replace the tank

Op. 3330C30 BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR - R + R AND WASH INSIDE

2PUMP LEAK CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Visually check for fluid leaks from the brake pump and fittings.Move on to Step 3Leaks from pump/ABS control unit area fittings.Tighten the connectors or replace the damaged parts.
Leaks from the pump.

Replace the brake servo assembly

Op. 3330D02 BRAKE SERVO/BRAKE PUMP ASSEMBLY - R.R.

3FLEXIBLE PIPES CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Visually check for leaks from the hoses.Move on to Step 4Leaks from fittings or deterioration of hose to front brakes.

Tighten the fittings or replace the pipe

Op. 3340B10 HOSE TO L/H OR R/H FRONT BRAKES (ONE) - R+R

Leaks from fittings or deterioration of hose to rear brakes.

Tighten the fittings or replace the pipe

Op. 3340B30 HOSE TO L/H OR R/H REAR BRAKES (ONE) - R+R

4RIGID PIPE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Visually check for leaks from rigid underbody pipes.End of diagnosisLeaks from fittings or damage to rigid pipes.Tighten the fittings or replace the rigid pipes.

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