CHASSIS
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DISASSEMBLING THE FRONT AND REAR
BRAKE CALIPERS
WARNING:
• Brake caliper is one of the most important
security components. Disassembly and
maintenance must have a rich experience
in technology and complete tool.
•Wrong disassembly and reassembly may
cause serious injury and even death.
Replace damaged brake caliper.
•If only replace the brake caliper of one side,
please check carefully whether the braking
force of right and left are balance and equal.
1. Remove:
• brake caliper pistons
• dust seals ①
• caliper piston seals ②
a. Blow compressed air into the hose joint
opening to force out the caliper piston from the
brake caliper body.
WARNING
:
• Never try to pry out a caliper piston.
• Cover the caliper piston with a rag. Be
careful not to get injured when the piston i
expelled from the caliper cylinder.
b. Remove the dust seals and caliper piston
seals.
WARNING
:
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. Check:
• brake caliper pistons ①
Scratches/rust/wear
Replace the brake
caliper assembly.
• brake caliper cylinders ②
Wear/scratches
Replace the brake caliper