Wilwood Brake, Clutch and Throttle Pedal-w_o Throttle Link Description - Manual (Page 6)

DS-907A REV DATE: 10-03-12
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Wilwood Disc Brakes • 4700 Calle Bolero, Camarillo, CA 93012 Phone 805 / 388-1188 • Fax 805 / 388-4938
Brake Testing and Pad Bedding
• Make sure pedal is firm: Hold firm pressure on pedal for several minutes, it should remain in position without
sinking. If pedal sinks toward floor, check system for fluid leaks. DO NOT drive vehicle if pedal does not stay firm
or can be pushed to the floor with normal pressure.
• At very low speed (2-5 mph) apply brakes hard several times while turning steering from full left to full right, repeat
several times. Remove the wheels and check that components are not touching, rubbing, or leaking.
• Carefully examine all brake components, brake lines, and fittings for leaks and interference.
• Make sure there is no interference with wheels or suspension components.
• Drive vehicle at low speed (15-20 mph) making moderate and hard stops. Brakes should feel normal and
positive. Again check for leaks and interference.
• Always test vehicle in a safe place where there is no danger to (or from) other people or vehicles.
• Always wear seat belts and make use of all safety equipment.
WARNING • DO NOT DRIVE ON UNTESTED BRAKES
BRAKES MUST BE TESTED AFTER INSTALLATION OR MAINTENANCE
MINIMUM TEST PROCEDURE
PAD BEDDING STEPS:
Once the brake system has been tested and determined safe to operate the vehicle, follow these steps for bedding of all pad materials and rotors.
This procedure should be performed on a race track or other safe location where you can safely and legally obtains speeds up to 65 MPH while
also being able to rapidly decelerate.
•Proceed with a series of 8-10 hard stops from 55-65 MPH down to 25 MPH allowing 20-30 seconds of cool down time between each stop.
•Drive at a moderate cruising speed, with the least amount of brake contact possible, until most of the heat has dissipated from the brakes. Avoid
sitting stopped with the brake pedal depressed to hold the car in place during this time. Park the vehicle and allow the brakes to cool to ambient
air temperature.
Additional Information and Recommendations
Additional Information and Recommendations:
•The pedal assembly uses standard racing master cylinder mounting patterns. Wilwood’s compact, high volume, and combination
remote master cylinders mount directly to the pedal assembly, as do most other high performance master cylinders. All master cylinder
mounting hardware is included with the pedal assembly. Master cylinder flange should mount flush to pedal assembly and be held in
place with enclosed washers and locknuts. The clevis on brake and clutch pedal has a 5/16-24 thread. Make sure to use a jam nut
on the master cylinder pushrod when threaded into clevis and check that pushrod is allowed to fully retract when pedal is released.
•Wilwood Hi-Temp° 570 Racing Brake Fluid (6 pack P/N 290-2210 ) is recommended for race cars and high performance vehicles where
brake temperatures exceed normal operating conditions, or use Wilwood EXT 600 Plus Super Hi-Temp (6 pack P/N 290-8478 ) for
extreme conditions. NOTE: Silicone DOT 5 brake fluid is NOT recommended for racing or performance driving.
•Adjust the balance bar so that the appropriate front to rear brake balance is achieved, reference our data sheet DS-252 (available at
www.wilwood.com/PDF/DataSheets/ds252.pdf ).
•If after following the instructions, you still have difficulty in assembling your Wilwood floor mount triple pedal assembly, consult your local
chassis builder, or retailer where the component was purchased for further assistance.