MAINTENANCE WORK ON CHASSIS AND ENGINE
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CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE PADS
The brake pads can be inspected from the rear. The thickness of
the linings may not be less than 1 mm (0.04 in).
WARNING: At their most worn point brake pad linings
should not be thinner than 1 mm, otherwise they could
lead to brake failure. For your own safety don’t put off
having your brake pads changed.
CAUTION: If the brake pads are replaced too late so that
the lining is partly or entirely worn, the steel components
of the brake pad will rub against the brake disc, thereby
imparing the braking effect and destroying the brake
disc.
REPLACING THE REAR BRAKE PADS *
Push the brake caliper (1) toward the chain wheel in order to move
the brake piston into its basic position. Remove the clip (2), pull out
the bolt (3), and remove the brake pads. Thoroughly clean the
brake caliper with compressed air and check the sleeves of the
guide bolts for damage.
Insert the left brake pad into the brake caliper and secure it with
the bolt. Insert the right brake pad and push the bolt (3) into the
brake caliper up to the stop. Reattach clip (2).
WARNING: It is very important to keep the brake disk
free from oil and fatty matters. Otherwise, the braking
effect would be strongly reduced.
After assembly, check if the clip has been fitted correctly.
After working on the braking system, always actuate the
hand brake lever or foot brake lever, respectively to
ensure that the brake pads will lie against the brake disk
and the pressure point is established.
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2
3
min.
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