Suzuki SFV650, Service Manual

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Rear Brakes: 4C-3
8) Install the plug (6) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Pad pin plug (c): 2.5 N·m (0.25 kgf-m, 1.8 lbf-ft)
NOTE
After replacing the brake pads, pump the
brake pedal few times to check for proper
brake operation and then check the brake
fluid level.
Rear Brake Caliper Removal and Installation
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Removal
1) Drain brake fluid. Refer to “Brake Fluid Replacement
in Section 4A (Page 4A-6)”.
2) Remove the brake hose from the caliper by
removing the union bolt (1) and catch the brake fluid
in a suitable receptacle.
NOTE
• Place a clean rag underneath the union
bolt on the brake caliper to catch any spilt
brake fluid.
• Slightly loosen the sliding pin (2) to
facilitate later disassembly, if necessary.
3) Remove the brake pads. Refer to “Rear Brake Pad
Replacement (Page 4C-2)”.
4) Pivot the caliper up and remove the caliper from the
caliper bracket.
Installation
Install the brake caliper in the reverse order of removal.
Pay attention to the following points:
• Install the caliper to the caliper bracket (1).
• Set the boot onto the sliding pin securely.
• Install the brake pads. Refer to “Rear Brake Pad
Replacement (Page 4C-2)”.
CAUTION
!
Confirm that there is a brake pad spring (2)
when installing the brake pads.
• Tighten the sliding pin (3) to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
Rear brake caliper sliding pin (a): 27 N·m (2.7 kgf-
m, 19.5 lbf-ft)
(c)
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2
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2
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