Brake System
Brake System
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General ............................................................................................................................................................... 1
Dry Brake System ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Wet Brake System ......................................................................................................................................... 1
Service Brakes Repair (Dry Brake)................................................................................................................... 2
Remove and Disassemble .............................................................................................................................. 2
Clean .............................................................................................................................................................. 7
Inspect ............................................................................................................................................................ 8
Assemble and Install ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Adjust ............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Parking Brake Repair........................................................................................................................................ 16
Remove and Disassemble .............................................................................................................................. 16
Assemble and Install ..................................................................................................................................... 16
Adjust ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Master Cylinder Repair ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Remove (Dry Brake) ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Disassemble (Dry Brake) .............................................................................................................................. 20
Clean and Inspect (Dry Brake) ..................................................................................................................... 22
Assemble (Dry Brake) ................................................................................................................................... 22
Bench Bleed Master Cylinder (Dry Brake) .................................................................................................. 22
Install and Adjust (Dry Brake) ..................................................................................................................... 22
Remove (Wet Brake) ...................................................................................................................................... 23
Disassemble (Wet Brake) .............................................................................................................................. 24
Clean and Inspect (Wet Brake) ..................................................................................................................... 25
Assemble (Wet Brake) ................................................................................................................................... 25
Install and Adjust (Wet Brake) ..................................................................................................................... 25
Service Brakes Adjustment (Dry Brake) .......................................................................................................... 26
Brake System Air Removal ............................................................................................................................... 27
Using Pressure Bleed System ....................................................................................................................... 27
Using Brake Pedal Pressure ......................................................................................................................... 27
Brake Pedal Adjustment ................................................................................................................................... 28
Free Pedal Adjustment ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Torque Specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 30
General
DRY BRAKE SYSTEM WET BRAKE SYSTEM
This section has service procedures for the dry brake The wet brake system in this section includes the fol-
system. The dry brake system includes the following lowing parts: master cylinder and parking brake sys-
parts: master cylinder, brake shoes, wheel cylinders, tem. See Figure 2.
and parking brake system.
The wet disc brakes are a component of the wet brake
drive axle. The brake discs are located inside the
planetary carrier housing on the left side of the drive
axle. See Drive Axle Repair, (Wet Brake) 1400
SRM 1215 for Remove, Assemble and Install proce-
dures. See Figure 2.
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Figure 3. Brake Assembly (Left-Hand Shown), S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and H2.0-3.5FT
(H40-70FT) [L177]
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Figure 4. Service Brake Parts, S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT)
[L177]
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Figure 5. Brake Assembly (Left Hand Side), S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT, H1.8FT,
H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT, H40FTS) [F001]
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Figure 6. Service Brake Parts, S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT,
H35FT, H40FTS) [F001]
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2. Use a solvent approved for cleaning of brake NOTE: On S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187]
parts to wet the brake lining dust. Follow the and H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177] lift trucks, if
instructions and cautions of the manufacturer grooves must be removed from the brake drums, do
for the use of the solvent. If a solvent spray is not grind more than 1.5 mm (0.060 in.) from the
used, spray at a distance so that the dust is not internal diameter of the brake drum. The maximum
released into the air. limit of the internal diameter of the brake drum is
312 mm (12.28 in.). If the internal diameter is larger
3. When the brake lining dust is wet, clean the than the limit, replace the brake drum.
parts. Put any cloth or towels in a plastic bag
or an airtight container while they are still wet. NOTE: On S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and
Put a DANGEROUS FIBERS warning label on H1.6FT, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT, H40FTS)
the plastic bag or airtight container. [F001] lift trucks, if grooves must be removed from
the brake drums, do not grind more than 1.5 mm
(0.060 in.) from the internal diameter of the brake
CAUTION drum. The maximum limit of the internal diameter
Do not permit oil or grease on the brake linings. of the brake drum is 255.5 mm (10.06 in.). If the
Use a brake cleaning fluid as necessary to clean internal diameter is larger than the limit, replace
linings that will not be replaced. the brake drum.
4. Any cleaning cloths that will be washed must be 5. The teeth of the adjuster wheel must not be worn.
cleaned so that fibers are not released into the The adjuster wheel must turn freely. Check the
air. adjuster links for damage.
INSPECT 6. Make sure the parking brake cables are in good
condition.
1. Inspect the bore of the wheel cylinder for holes or
scratches. Replace the wheel cylinder assembly 7. Check the grease seals and the surfaces of the
if there is any damage. seals for wear or damage.
2. Inspect the return springs for wear and damage. ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL
Inspect the back plate for wear where the brake
shoes touch the back plate. Remove any grooves 1. If the wheel cylinder was disassembled for repair,
or replace a worn or damaged back plate. assemble the wheel cylinder. See Figure 7. Use
only HYSTER APPROVED parts.
WARNING 2. Install the wheel cylinder on the back plate and
The brake shoes on both wheels must be re- tighten the two capscrews to 18 to 27 N•m (13
placed if any shoe is damaged. The brake per- to 20 lbf ft). Connect the brake line to the wheel
formance on both ends of an axle must be equal, cylinder.
or the lift truck can be difficult to steer when
the brakes are applied. 3. Install the parking brake lever. Use the pivot
pin, spring washer, and retainer to fasten the
3. Inspect the brake shoes for cracks or damage. If parking brake lever to the brake shoe. Close the
the linings or shoes are worn or damaged, replace ends of the retainer to fasten the pivot pin in
the brake shoes. Maximum wear is to within position. See Figure 4 for S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT,
1 mm (0.039 in.) of contact with the rivets, or S55FTS) [F187] and H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT)
the metal shoe on bonded linings. Brake shoes [L177] and Figure 6 for S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS
must be replaced in complete sets. Inspect the (E010) and H1.6FT, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT,
brake drums for cracks or damage. Replace any H35FT, H40FTS) [F001] lift trucks.
damaged parts.
4. Fasten the adjuster actuator spring to the ad-
4. Inspect the brake drum for deep grooves or other juster wheel actuator and the brake shoe.
damage.
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5. Put antiseize compound on the threads of the ad- 13. Fasten the link to the adjuster wheel actuator
juster wheel. Turn the adjuster wheel into the and put the cable around the pivot plate. Raise
adjuster nut so that the adjuster assembly is in the adjuster wheel actuator against the spring
its shortest position. This action permits the tension and connect the link to the anchor.
brake drum to be easily installed over the brake
shoes. CAUTION
2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and H2.0-
WARNING 3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]: Be sure to install the
The threads of the adjuster wheel are not the white return spring first and then the black re-
same for each side. If the adjuster assemblies turn spring. See Figure 9. Improper assembly
are installed on the wrong side, the brake shoe can result in brake failure and/or component
clearance will increase each time the brakes damage.
are applied. The adjuster wheel for the right
brake has right-hand threads. The adjuster NOTE: The shape of the return springs permits them
wheel for the left brake has left-hand threads. to be installed correctly in only one position. The
arrangement of the return springs on the anchors is
6. Install the adjuster wheel between the two brake shown in Figure 8 and Figure 9.
shoes. Make sure the adjuster wheel will be to-
ward the rear of the lift truck. Move the brake 14. 2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and
shoes apart so that the adjuster wheel is held H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]: Using the cor-
in position and the adjuster actuator spring is in rect tools, install the return springs as follows
tension. (see Figure 9):
7. Lubricate the back plate with a small amount a. Install the white spring.
of lithium grease where the brake shoes touch.
b. Install the black spring.
Install the brake shoes on the anchor and engage
the push rods of the wheel cylinder. Engage the 15. 2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and H2.0-
parking brake lever in the slot in the parking 3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]: Verify that the return
brake cable as the brake shoes are installed on springs are properly installed as shown in Fig-
the back plate. ure 9.
8. Put an anchor pin that holds the brake shoes 16. S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT,
through the back plate. Put a spring seat, spring, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT, H40FTS)
and retainer on the anchor pin. Push the retainer [F001]: Use the correct tools to install the return
onto the anchor pin and rotate the retainer 90 springs. Install the return spring. Install the
degrees. Make sure the retainer is in the correct washer and the return spring. The shape of
position. the return springs permits them to be installed
correctly in only one position. The arrangement
9. Install the link, parking brake, and spring be-
of the return springs on the anchors is shown in
tween the parking brake lever and the brake
Figure 10.
shoe.
NOTE: Seal and bearings are to be installed flush
10. Install the other spring retainer that holds the
with the hub. Seal is to be installed with no grease
brake shoes. Make sure the parking brake link
or oil on outside surface.
and the spring are correctly engaged after the
spring retainers are installed. 17. Clean the bearings and lubricate them with
wheel bearing grease. Install the bearings and
11. Install the anchor guide on the anchor. Install
seals in the brake drum. Install the assembly on
the pivot plate on its anchor.
the axle housing. See Figure 11 and Figure 12.
12. Lubricate the adjuster cable where it slides in the
pivot plate groove.
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Figure 8. Return Springs, S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
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Figure 9. Proper Installation of Return Springs, 2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and
H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
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Figure 10. Return Springs, S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT,
H35FT, H40FTS) [F001]
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19. Bend the lock plate over the lock nut. See Fig-
ure 13.
1. LOCK PLATE
2. HUB/BRAKE DRUM ASSEMBLY
CAUTION 3. DOWEL PIN
If there is too much clearance, the automatic Figure 13. Lock Plate
adjusters will not operate. If the clearance is
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21. Put liquid sealant, Hyster Part Number 264159, 2. Install the wheel on the hub. Tighten the wheel
on the flange of the axle shaft. Install the axle nuts to the torque specified below for your lift
shaft and capscrews. Tighten the capscrews in truck.
cross pattern to a torque specified below for your
lift truck. a. For S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187]
lift trucks, tighten between 340 to 380 N•m
a. For S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] (251 to 280 lbf ft).
lift trucks, tighten between 90 to 99 N•m (66
to 73 lbf ft). See Figure 14. b. For H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177] lift
trucks, tighten between 450 to 500 N•m
b. For H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177] lift (332 to 369 lbf ft).
trucks, tighten between 90 to 108 N•m
(66 to 80 lbf ft). See Figure 15. c. For S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and
H1.6FT, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT,
c. For S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H40FTS) [F001] lift trucks, tighten between
H1.6FT, H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT, 155 to 175 N•m (115 to 130 lbf ft).
H40FTS) [F001] lift trucks, tighten between
52 to 62 N•m (39 to 46 lbf ft). See Figure 14. 3. Start the engine and tilt the mast backward to
remove the blocks. Push on the brake pedal. The
pedal must not touch the floor plate. Move the
lift truck in REVERSE and push on the brake
pedal to permit adjusting mechanism to operate.
Repeat this operation several times.
ADJUST
1. Remove the air from the brake hydraulic system.
See Brake System Air Removal. Figure 15. Axle Shaft Torque Sequence,
H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
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4. Turn the adjuster knob counterclockwise until 3. Make sure the parking brake lever is in the re-
the brake cables are loosened. Disconnect the ca- leased position. Turn the adjustment knob until
bles from the link. the link is adjusted to the bottom of the adjust-
ment slot.
5. The service brake assembly must be removed be-
fore the parking brake cable can be removed from 4. Lift trucks equipped with a dry brake system.
the back plate of the service brake. A snap ring Adjust the jam nuts on the ends of the cable as-
holds the sheath of the parking brake cable in the semblies so that the threads of the cable sheaths
back plate of the service brake. Remove the snap extend 13 to 16 mm (0.51 to 0.63 in.) above their
ring and remove the parking brake cable from support plate in the lever assembly. See Fig-
the back plate. ure 16.
6. For H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) (L177) lift trucks 5. Lift trucks equipped with a dry brake system. In-
equipped with a wet brake system. Remove the stall the round ends of the parking brake cables
cotter pin and clevis pin from the parking brake in their slots in the link. Tighten the upper jam
lever. Remove the capscrew, insert and cable nuts to hold the sheaths of the parking brake ca-
clamps from the parking brake cable bracket bles in their support. See Figure 16.
before removing the park brake cable from lift
6. For H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) (L177) lift trucks
truck.
that are equipped with a wet brake system.
Install the clevis end of the parking brake cable
ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL
in the slot in the equalized link and install the
NOTE: For Assemble and install procedures for a dry clevis pin and lock ring cotter pin. Tighten lower
brake system use Step 1, Step 3 through Step 5 and parking brake cable bracket to 19 to 21 N•m (14
Step 7. For a wet brake system use Step 2, Step 3, to 15.5 lbf ft) See Figure 17.
Step 6 and Step 7.
7. Use the four capscrews, washers, and nuts and
fasten the bracket to the inside of the cowl.
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Figure 16. Parking Brake Lever Adjustment With Dry Brake (Left Side Shown)
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Figure 17. Parking Brake Lever Adjustment With Wet Brake for Lift Truck H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT)
(L177)
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DISASSEMBLE (DRY BRAKE) 1. Remove clevis, push rod, nut, boot, fitting, and
seal. See Figure 19.
CAUTION 2. Remove snap ring, piston seal, and piston.
When the piston is removed or installed, make
sure the cylinder bore and piston are not 3. Remove spacer, piston cup, retainer, spring,
scratched or damaged. check valve, and valve seat.
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NOTE: Install new seals when the master cylinder is Install capscrews and nuts that hold master
disassembled for repair. cylinder to bracket assembly. See Figure 18.
CLEAN AND INSPECT (DRY BRAKE) 2. Install brake hydraulic line on master cylinder.
NOTE: Master cylinder must be bench bled before in- d. Turn push rod counterclockwise 1.5 to 1.75
stalling it on the lift truck. turns.
1. Place the master cylinder horizontally in a soft- e. Tighten nut to 17 to 23 N•m (12.5 to 17 lbf ft).
jawed vise.
f. Verify free pedal is 10 to 12 mm (0.39 to
2. Connect the brake fluid reservoir supply hose to 0.47 in.). See Figure 22.
the master cylinder.
8. Flush with brake fluid and air bleed system. See
3. Connect hoses to the pressure ports of the mas- Brake System Air Removal.
ter cylinder. Place other end of hoses in a clear
container of brake fluid. 9. Adjust fluid level until level is within 2.5 mm
(0.098 in.) of MAX line or 5 to 7.5 mm (0.19 to
4. Fill the reservoir with brake SAE J-1703 (DOT 0.29 in.) above large rib on reservoir if MAX line
3) brake fluid. is not present.
5. Stroke the master cylinder until all air is purged 10. Verify all connections are leak-free.
from the master cylinder.
11. Install floor plate, kick plate, and seal plate on
INSTALL AND ADJUST (DRY BRAKE) lift truck.
1. Install brake fluid reservoir, supply hose, and 12. Check adjustment of brake pedal as described in
master cylinder on lift truck as an assembly. Brake Pedal Adjustment.
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7. Remove the cotter pin and rod end pin from the
clevis that is attached to the brake linkage lever
arm.
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DISASSEMBLE (WET BRAKE) 1. Place master cylinder and booster into a soft
jawed vise.
CAUTION 2. Remove three mounting bolts and the master
When the piston is removed or installed, make cylinder from booster. See Figure 21.
sure the cylinder bore and piston are not
scratched or damaged.
Figure 21. Master Cylinder and Booster With Wet Brake for Lift Truck Models H2.0-3.5FT
(H40-70FT) (L177)
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3. Remove the internal snap ring holding the pis- 3. Install the new pressure seal and retainer over
ton. the spring end of the plunger.
4. Remove Piston. 4. Install the retainer spring and piston into the
bore of the master cylinder.
5. Remove the spring and retainer from the bore.
5. Install the internal snap ring holding the piston.
6. Remove and discard the pressure seal from the
spring end of the piston. 6. Install the master cylinder on the booster assem-
bly with three bolts and tighten to 49 to 59 N•m
7. Remove the washer between the pressure seal (36 to 43 lbf ft).
and the piston.
INSTALL AND ADJUST (WET BRAKE)
8. Remove and discard the retaining seal from the
piston. Note the position of the seal.
WARNING
CLEAN AND INSPECT (WET BRAKE) Small amounts of water in the brake system
can cause reduced braking performance if
the water reaches the wheel cylinders and is
WARNING
subject to high temperatures. DO NOT allow
Small amounts of water in the brake system
water entry into the brake system. If water is
can cause reduced braking performance if
present, remove all water and refill the sys-
the water reaches the wheel cylinders and is
tem with Dexron III from a sealed container.
subject to high temperatures. DO NOT allow
Unfiltered shop air can contain substantial
water entry into the brake system. If water is
amounts of water, therefore, DO NOT use un-
present, remove all water and refill the sys-
filtered shop air to blow out components.
tem with Dexron III from a sealed container.
Unfiltered shop air can contain substantial NOTE: The master cylinder uses Dexron III oil. For
amounts of water, therefore, DO NOT use un- the correct amount oil used see the Maintenance
filtered shop air to blow out components. Schedule.
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c. Turn push rod clockwise until it can no longer 11. Install floor plate, kick plate, and seal plate on
be moved from side to side. lift truck.
d. Turn push rod counterclockwise 1.5 to 1.75 12. Check adjustment of brake pedal as described in
turns. Figure 22.
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Torque Specifications
Back Plate to Axle Mount Capscrews Wheel Nuts
S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187]
S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] and 340 to 380 N•m (251 to 280 lbf ft)
H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
255 to 306 N•m (188 to 226 lbf ft) H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
450 to 500 N•m (332 to 369 lbf ft)
S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT,
H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT, S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT,
H40FTS) [F001] H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT,
152 to 167 N•m (112 to 123 lbf ft) H40FTS) [F001]
155 to 175 N•m (115 to 130 lbf ft)
Wheel Cylinder Capscrews
18 to 26 N•m (13 to 19 lbf ft) Upper Parking Brake Cable Bracket
Capscrews (Wet Brake)
Axle Shaft Capscrews H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
S2.0-3.5FT (S40-70FT, S55FTS) [F187] 38 to 42 N•m (28 to 31 lbf ft)
90 to 99 N•m (66 to 73 lbf ft)
Upper Parking Brake Cable Bracket
H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177] Capscrews (Wet Brake)
90 to 108 N•m (66 to 80 lbf ft) H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
38 to 42 N•m (28 to 31 lbf ft)
S30FT, S35FT, S40FTS (E010) and H1.6FT,
H1.8FT, H2.0FTS (H30FT, H35FT, Brake Pressure Transducer to Master
H40FTS) [F001] Cylinder (Wet Brake)
52 to 62 N•m (39 to 46 lbf ft) H2.0-3.5FT (H40-70FT) [L177]
23 to 28 N•m (16.9 to 20.6 lbf ft)
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