Yamaha XVS950CU 2014, Service Manual

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FRONT BRAKE
4-40
d. Measure the brake disc deflection.
e. If out of specification, repeat the adjustment
steps until the brake disc deflection is within
specification.
f. If the brake disc deflection cannot be brought
within specification, replace the brake disc.
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6. Install:
• Front wheel
Refer to “FRONT WHEEL” on page 4-10.
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REPLACING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS
TIP
When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disassem-
ble the brake caliper.
1. Measure:
• Brake pad wear limit “a”
Out of specification
→
Replace the brake
pads as a set.
2. Install:
• Brake pad supports
• Brake pad spring
• Brake pad shims
(onto the brake pads)
• Brake pads
TIP
Always install new brake pads brake pad shims,
brake pad supports and a brake pad spring as a
set.
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a. Connect a clear plastic hose “1” tightly to the
bleed screw “2”. Put the other end of the hose
into an open container.
b. Loosen the bleed screw and push the brake
caliper pistons into the brake caliper with your
finger.
c. Tighten the bleed screw to specification.
d. Install new brake pad shims, a new brake pad
supports, new brake pads, and a new brake
pad spring.
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3. Lubricate:
• Front brake caliper retaining bolts
NOTICE
ECA14150
• Do not allow grease to contact the brake
pads.
• Remove any excess grease.
4. Install:
• Brake caliper retaining bolts
Brake pad lining thickness (in-
ner)
6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Limit
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Brake pad lining thickness (out-
er)
6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Limit
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
a
LT
a
T
R
.
.
Bleed screw
6 Nm (0.6 m·kgf, 4.3 ft·lbf)
Recommended lubricant
Silicone grease
T
R
.
.
Front brake caliper retaining bolt
27 Nm (2.7 m·kgf, 20 ft·lbf)
2
1