Front Brake -- Disassembly |
- HINT:
- Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
- The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
| 1. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON SET RING |
Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 set rings from the 4 cylinder boots.
- HINT:
- Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
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| 2. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT |
Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 cylinder boots from the disc brake caliper.
- HINT:
- Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
| 3. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON |
Install one side of the disc brake pad.
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Install a wooden plate between the pistons of the disc brake caliper to prevent the pistons from jumping out.
Using an air gun, gradually apply air and remove the 2 disc brake pistons from the cylinder.
- CAUTION:
- Do not place your fingers in front of the pistons when using air gun.
Remove the brake pad and wooden plate.
Temporarily install the 2 disc brake pistons that were removed. Then install the disc brake pad to the side in which the 2 disc brake pistons are temporarily installed.
Install a wooden plate between the pistons of the disc brake caliper to prevent the pistons from jumping out.
Using an air gun, gradually apply air and remove the 2 disc brake pistons from the other side of the cylinder.
- CAUTION:
- Do not place your fingers in front of the pistons when using air gun.
| 4. REMOVE PISTON SEAL |
Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 piston seals from the disc brake caliper.
- NOTICE:
- Do not damage the inner cylinder and cylinder groove.
- HINT:
- Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
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| 5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP |
| 6. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG |