Suzuki GSX-R1000 2007, Service Manual

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8-82 CHASSIS
CALIPER INSTALLATION
Install the caliper in the reverse order of removal. Pay attention
to the following points:
• Tighten each bolt to the specified torque.
"
Brake hose union bolt : 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lb-ft)
Brake caliper mounting bolt :
18 N·m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 lb-ft)
Brake caliper sliding pin : 33 N·m (3.3 kgf-m, 24.0 lb-ft)
• Adjust the chain slack. ( 2-22)
MASTER CYLINDER REMOVAL
• Remove the brake fluid reservoir mounting bolt .
• Place a rag underneath the brake fluid reservoir to catch any
split brake fluid. Remove the brake fluid reservoir cap .
• Drain the brake fluid.
• Place a rag underneath the union bolt on the master cylinder
to catch spilled drops of brake fluid. Remove the union bolt
and disconnect the brake hose.
• Loosen the lock-nut .
• Remove the mounting bolts .
• Disconnect the reservoir hose.
• Remove the master cylinder by turning the master cylinder
rod .
Bleed air from the system after reassembling the cali-
per. (
2-26)
Immediately and completely wipe off any brake fluid
contacting any parts of the motorcycle. The fluid
reacts chemically with paint, plastic and rubber mate-
rials, etc. and will damage them severely.