Cub Cadet Challenger 500, Service Manual

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Chassis
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Replacing the Rear Brake Pads
1. Measure the brake pad thickness
(a)
Brake pad wear limit:
1.5 mm (0.06 in)
2. Install brake pad spring and brake
pads.
Always install new brake pads, shims,
insulators and pad springs as a set.
3. Check brake fluid level.
4. Check the brake pedal operation.
Disassembling the rear brake caliper
1. Remove the brake caliper piston (1)

Dust seal(2)

Caliper piston seal (3)
Turn the brake caliper piston
counterclockwise to remove it.
Warning:
All internal brake components should
be cleaned in new brake fluid only. Do
not use solvents as they will cause
seals to swell and distort.
2. Inspect

Brake caliper pistons (1)
Look for scratches or wear.

Brake caliper cylinders (2)
Look for scratches or wear.

Brake caliper body (3)
Look for cracks or damage.

Brake fluid passages
Blow out with compressed
air.
All internal brake components should be
cleaned with new brake fluid before
installation.
Must use DOT
3
Brake Fluid
Always replace caliper piston seals and
dust seal whenever the caliper is
disassembled.