6-18
FRONT BRAKE
CHAS
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CALIPER DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove:
S
Brake caliper pistons
S
Dust seals
1
S
Caliper piston seals
2
Removal steps:
D
Blow compressed air into the hose joint
opening to force out the caliper piston from
the brake caliper body.
D
Never try to pry out the caliper pistons.
D
Cover the caliper piston with a rag. Be
careful not to get injured when the piston
is expelled from the master cylinder.
D
Remove the caliper piston seals.
EB702040
CALIPER INSPECTION
Recommended brake component
replacement schedule:
Brake pads
As required
Piston seals, dust
seals
Every two years
Brake hoses
Every two years
Brake fluid
Replace when
brakes are
disassembled.
All internal brake components should be
cleaned in new brake fluid only. Do not use
solvents as they will cause seals to swell
and distort.
1. Inspect:
S
Brake caliper piston
1
Scratches / rust / wear
Replace the
brake caliper assembly.
S
Brake caliper cylinder
2
Wear / scratches
Replace the brake cal-
iper assembly.
S
Brake caliper body
3
Cracks / damage
Replace.
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