Suzuki RA410, Manual

Page: 35 / 761

BRAKE
ITEM 5-1
Brake Discs, Pads, Drums and Shoes Inspection
Brake discs and pads
1) Remove wheel and caliper but don’t disconnect brake hose
from caliper.
2) Check front disc brake pads and discs for excessive wear, dam-
age and deflection. Replace parts as necessary. For the details,
refer to Section 5.
3) Install caliper and wheel.
Brake drums and shoes
1) Remove wheel and brake drum.
2) Check rear brake drums and brake linings for excessive wear
and damage.
At the same time, check wheel cylinders for leakage.
Replace as necessary.
For the details, refer to Section 5.
3) Install brake drum and wheel.
ITEM 5-2
Brake Hoses and Pipes Inspection
Perform this inspection where there is enough light and use a mir-
ror as necessary.
Check brake hoses and pipes for proper hook-up, leaks, cracks,
chafing, wear, corrosion, bends, twists and other damage.
Replace any of these parts as necessary.
Check all clamps for tightness and connections for leakage.
Check that hoses and pipes are clear of sharp edges, moving
parts.
CAUTION:
After replacing any brake pipe or hose, be sure to carry
out air purge operation.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 0B-11