1. Turn the cable barrel adjuster. To increase the pad clearance, turn the
barrel adjuster in (clockwise). To reduce the pad clearance, turn the
barrel adjuster out (counter-clockwise).
2. If the pads cannot be adjusted properly in this manner,
loosen the cable clamp bolt and re-attach the cable.
Tighten the cable clamp bolt to 50-70 lb•in (5.7-7.9 N•m).
3. After adjustment, turn the locking nut clockwise to help
prevent rotation of the barrel adjuster.
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To align the brake with the disk
1. Loosen the brake mounting bolts.
2. Slide a business card, or similar thin object, between the right
brake pad and the disc.
3. Apply the lever fully, and gradually tighten the bolts to 100-110 lb•in (11.3-12.4 N•m).
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To remove disc break pads
1. Remove the wheel.
2. With your fingers or thin-tipped pliers, grasp the installation tang of the brake pad and pull out.
To open the brake for wheel removal
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For most road calipers, lift the brake release lever to the open UP position.
To close, simply turn the lever to the Down position.
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Bicycle Owners Manual
Disk Brakes
A - Mounting bolts
B - Fixed pad adjuster
C - Cable clamp bolt
A
B
C
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