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There are two different kinds of brakes used on the 2CV. They also use a different kind of brake fluid and they are not to be used together! The use of the wrong brake fluid causes major damages in the brake system.
All (old) types with drum brakes use a synthetic brake fluid DOT 4.
All (new) types with disc brakes use a mineral oil LHM. This is a green liquid, and that´s why it´s also called ¨the green system¨.
- Clean the green (LHM) brake system with benzene.
Never use methylated spirits or other alcohol-based agents.
Blows dry the parts after cleaning.
- Clean ¨the red¨ (DOT 4) brake system with alcohol and not with benzene.
Cleaner fluid for the brakes system
Discs for the front and back drums LHM benzene
The drums around DOT 4 with alcohol
The brake system requires little maintenance. The pads should be checked regularly for wear. Every five years the brake fluid should be renewed and once a year the brake drums should be adjusted. (See figure B1)
- Using a solid ring or a socket spanner 14, take the pegs out as indicated in the picture.
- When the brake pads are set against the drum, turn the spanner back slightly so that the drum is free. |
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