Fairway Rider G3 Operation And Maintenance Manual - page 6
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Brake fluid level
Once per month check the brake fluid level – there is a transparent
window in the side of the fluid reservoir through which the level can be
seen;
If the fluid level is low, replenish using only DOT2 or DOT3 formulation
brake fluid. The reservoir cap is removed by un-fastening the 2 cross-
headed screws on top of the reservoir.
TECHNICAL MAINTENANCE
This section provides more detailed instructions so that competent persons can
carry out more significant work on the G3 buggy should it become necessary. If
you have any doubt about your ability to complete the job successfully, do not
embark upon it. The subjects covered are those which we have most commonly
come across through our extensive experience of the G3 buggy and its
predecessors. If at any time you need further assistance than that which is
contained here, please contact Fairway Rider G3 Ltd. directly.
Front wheel bearing replacement
Each front wheel is fitted with an inner and an outer wheel bearing;
Lift the front of the buggy so that one or both of the front wheels are off
the ground. This can be achieved either using a trolley jack, or suitably
sized blocks of wood;
Remove the hub nut and washer which secures the wheel to the stub
shaft;
Withdraw the wheel assembly from the stub shaft. This should not
require any special tools or force;
Note the position of the metal spacers on the stub shaft – they will need
to be replaced identically;
Using an appropriately sized metal drift, punch the inner bearing from its
location in the wheel;
Repeat for the outer bearing;
Retain the central spacer tube which is situated between the bearings;
Locate the new inner bearing in place in the wheel, and drift into
position;
Re-position the central spacer tube, and then locate the new outer
bearing in place in the wheel, and drift into position;
Replace the wheel assembly onto the stub shaft, ensuring all metal
spacers are in the correct positions;
Replace the hub nut and washer, and re-tighten;
Repeat all above steps for the other wheel.