GAS GAS 2009 EC 200 2T, Owner'S Manual

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Owner’s manual
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Maintenance
19.-BRAKE WEAR
If the thickness of the front or rear brake pads is less than 1 mm, shall be to
complete change of the affected pads set.
DANGER
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Verify that the thickness of the brake discs is at least 3 mm in the front and 3,5
mm in the rear.
WARNING
For this change, we recommend strongly that you go to your GAS GAS official
service who, in addition, will verify a possible wear and damages on your brake
discs.
Changing the front brake pads
To change the front pads follow these steps:
1. Loosen the pin (1) and remove it.
2. Remove the pads (2).
3. Put a paper around the brake fluid reservoir to prevent falls. Open the co-
ver by loosening the screws (3). NOTE: For better access is recommended
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to loosen the screw (4) and turn the throttle assembly.
4. Remove the cover (5) trying not to get brake fluid out of the tank.
5. Retract the two pistons in the caliper being careful not to damage them.
6. Install the new pads.
7. Place the pin.
8. Place the tank cover.
9. Operate the brake lever several times to get the right feeling.
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