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AXLES
SUSPENSION
STEERING
H1 = R1 – L1 H1’ = R1 – L1’
H1 = From the front suspension arm linkage bolt axis to the ground.
R1 =Radius of the front wheel when laden.
L1 =From the centre of the wheel to the front suspension arm linkage
bolt axis.
H1' =From the front jacking point to the ground.
L1' =From the front jacking point to the radius of the front wheel when
laden.H2 = R2 - L2
H2 = From the rear axle silentblock face to the ground.
R2 =Radius of the rear wheel when laden.
L2 =From the centre of the wheel to the rear axle silentblock face.
AXLE GEOMETRY
Measurements at reference height
NOTE: To make the setting of reference height easier, it is acceptable to take the measurement from the flange of the jacking point.
WARNING: The values shown should only be used as guides. In case of doubt, check the settings at reference height
Rear heightFront height
B3CP05BCB3CP058DB3DP079C
XSARA PICASSO
Conditions for checking and adjusting: Tyres inflated to correct pressures. Vehicle at reference height. Steering rack locked at mid point(see corresponding operation).
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BRAKES
23,8 (in click) (1)
25,4/ BOSCH/MCT8 (2)
BOSCH/ZOH 54/26TEVES/F
BOSCH/ZOH 54/26TEVES/F
N3 57/26 N3 57/26
283 302 283 302
26/24
GALFER/G4554 JURID 976 GALFER/G4554 JURID 976
BOSCH/TRW C38
249
9/7
GALFER/G4554
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS
Master cylinder
ØAmplifier
mm
Supplier
FTpistons
Disc Ventilated
Disc thickness
Brake pad grade
ØCylinder or caliper
RR mm Disc Plain
Disc thickness
Brake pad gradeWith ESP
ET3J4 TU5JP4 EW10A/J4 EW10J4S DV6TED4/ATED4DW10
BTED4
Manual/Automatic
(1) AFU system (EBA) =Emergency Brake Assist (incorporated as standard).(2) AFD system =Automatic lighting of hazard warning lamps on emergency braking (incorporated as standard).Brake fluid reservoir.Supplier: BOSCH, brake fluid quality: DOT 4.The brake fluid reservoir is in 2 parts: the principal reservoir (equipped with a level detector)and a
separate reservoir, they are linked by a rislan pipe by means of a clickfit union.
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BRAKES
TIGHTENING TORQUES: BRAKING SYSTEM
Front brakes
1Front brake disc1 ± 0,1
2Yoke on caliper3 ± 0,3
3Unions on brake piping1,5 ± 0,1
4Caliper on pivot10,5 ± 1
5ABS/ESP hydraulic block support on the chassis member0,2 ± 0,1
6Wheel sensor0,8 ± 0,1
B3FP7DVD
B3FP7DWD
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BRAKES
B3FP7E2D
ABS/ESP HYDRAULIC BLOCK
Components Supplier Type Observations
Hydraulic blockBOSCHABS REF 8.0
Installed under the front LH
ESP 8.0chassis member. 4 regulation channels.
The emergency braking control is incorporated in the primary piston at «a».
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BRAKES
PARKING BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment.
IMPERATIVE: Respect the safety and cleanliness requirements.
Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the central console.
WARNING: Check the routing of the brake cables under the vehicle.
Release the handbrake lever.
Press gently on the brake pedal
(then repeat the operation 3 times).
Action the handbrake lever with a force of 40 daN.
Use a feeler gauge at «J»to measure the movement of the lever in relation to its stop.
NOTE:The movement should be less than 1,5 mmand more than 0,05 mm.
(1)Nut for adjusting the tension of the handbrake cables
Move the nut (1)to obtain a movement «J»less than or equal to 1,5 mm.
Action the handbrake lever 8 timeswith a force of 40 daN.
With the handbrake released, check the movement «j»with a feeler gauge.
NOTE:The movement should be less than 1,5 mmand more than 0,05 mm.
Refit the central console
(see corresponding operation).
Check the efficiency of the handbrake.
B3FP7F1C
B3FP7F2D
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B3FP7ESD
BLEEDING AND FILLING THE BRAKING SYSTEM
Disconnect the connector «b».
Uncouple the pipe (5).
Remove the reservoir (6), moving aside the tabs «c»of the pins (7).
Clean the brake fluid reservoir (4) and the brake fluid reservoir (6).
Refit the brake fluid reservoir (6).
Couple the pipe (5).
Reconnect the connector «b».
Couple the clickfit union, at «a».
Refit:
- The brake fluid reservoir (4).
- The screws (1).
- The filter of the brake fluid reservoir.
- The battery tray.
- The screws (3).
- The battery.
Reconnect the battery.
IMPERATIVE: Carry out the operations that are necessary following a reconnection of the
battery
(see corresponding operation).
B3FP7ERC
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B3FP7EUC
BLEEDING AND FILLING THE BRAKING SYSTEM
Filling the braking circuit.
WARNING: Use only the approved and recommended hydraulic fluids.
IMPERATIVE: Only use new brake fluid that has not emulsified; avoid any introduction of
impurities into the hydraulic circuit.
Fill the brake fluid reservoir (4).
Bleeding the primary braking circuit.
WARNING: During the bleed operations: take care to maintain the level of the brake fluid
in the reservoir, keep it topped up.
WARNING: The ABS system must not be in action during the bleed operation.
WARNING: Respect the sequence for the opening of the bleed screws.
Front brake caliper : Bleed screw (8).
Rear brake caliper : Bleed screw (9).
Bleed each brake caliper, proceeding in the following sequence:
- Front LH wheel.
- Front RH wheel.
- Rear LH wheel.
- Rear RH wheel.
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BRAKESBLEEDING AND FILLING THE BRAKING SYSTEM
Bleeding the braking circuit without the bleed apparatus.
NOTE:Two operators are necessary.
For each brake circuit:
- Apply the brake pedal to place the circuit under pressure.
- Couple a transparent tube on the bleed screw.
- Submerge the other end of the tube in a clean container.
- Open the bleed screw.
- Wait until the fluid flows out without air bubbles.
- Close the bleed screw.
NOTE:Recommence the process a second timeif that is necessary.
Check the level of the brake fluid
(between the «DANGER»level and
the «MAXI»level).
Fill if necessary with the the approved and recommended synthetic
brake fluid.Bleeding the secondary braking circuit.
WARNING: During the bleed operations: take care to maintain the
level of the brake fluid in the reservoir, keep it topped up.
NOTE:The bleed apparatus [1]is still connected on the brake fluid
reservoir (4).
Use the diagnostic tools [2]or [3].
Select the menu corresponding to the vehicle:
- ABSmenu
(according to equipment).- ESPmenu (according to equipment).
Follow the instructions of the diagnostic tool.
At the end of the bleed programme, check the level of the brake fluid,
top up if necessary.
Check the travel of the brake pedal: it must not be excessive. If it is,
restart the bleed procedure.
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