Yamaha WR250F(P), Owner'S Service Manual

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CHAS
FRONT BRAKE AND REAR BRAKE
EC5A3000
REMOVAL POINTS
Brake fluid
1. Remove:
[Front]
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Brake master cylinder cap 1
[Rear]
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Brake master cylinder guard 1
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Reservoir tank cap 2
NOTE:
Do not remove the diaphragm.
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Front
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Rear
2. Connect the transparent hose 2 to the
bleed screw 1 and place a suitable con-
tainer under its end.
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Rear
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3. Loosen the bleed screw and drain the
brake fluid while pulling the lever in or
pushing down on the pedal.
CAUTION:
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Do not reuse the drained brake fluid.
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Brake fluid may erode painted surfaces or
plastic parts. Always clean up spilled
fluid immediately.
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Brake caliper piston
1. Remove:
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Brake caliper piston
Use compressed air and proceed care-
fully.
WARNING
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Cover piston with rag and use extreme
caution when expelling piston from cylin-
der.
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Never attempt to pry out piston.
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Rear
Caliper piston removal steps:
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Insert a piece of rag into the brake caliper
to lock one brake caliper.
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Carefully force the piston out of the brake
caliper cylinder with compressed air.
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