AD Boivin 2002 Snow Hawk, Service Manual, Page: 90 / 173

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM 10 - 4
Verify that the thickness of the pad material (as shown between
the arrows in the photo at the right) is greater than 1 mm (1/32
in). If the thickness is found to be less than this, replace the
pads.
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CAUTION
Always replace the brake pads as a set.
Brake Pad Replacement:
To replace the brake pads, proceed as follows:
o
Completely remove the caliper from the chassis of the
vehicle by removing the two bolts that secure it.
o
Remove the clip at the end of the pin, shown in the
picture on page 10-3 of this chapter.
o
Using a steel punch and a hammer, push the pin
completely out of the brake caliper casting. Be sure to
push the pin from the side shown in the picture at the
right.
o
Remove the retainer clip shown in the picture on page
10-3 of this chapter.
o
Remove the pads and replace with a set of new ones.
Re-assemble the brake caliper and reinstall it on the chassis
following the steps outlined above in the reverse order.
Brake Disc :
Verify whether the brake disc is scratched, cracked or discolored
by heat and replace as required.
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CAUTION
Never machine the brake disc.