BASIC BRAKE SYSTEM ± Front Disc Brake
35A-24
DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
AA" PISTON BOOT/PISTON REMOVAL
Use a piece of wood to protect the caliper body outer side,
and then apply compressed air through the brake hose
connection hole to withdraw the piston and piston boot.
Caution
If air is blown into the caliper body suddenly, the piston
will pop out, causing damage to the caliper body. Be sure
to apply compressed air gradually.
AB" PISTON SEAL REMOVAL
1. Remove the piston seal with finger tip.
Caution
Do not use a flat-tipped screwdriver or other tool to
prevent damage to inner cylinder.
2. Clean piston surface and inner bore with trichloroethylene,
alcohol or the specified brake fluid.
Specified brake fluid: DOT3 or DOT4
INSPECTION
D Check the cylinder for wear, damage or rust.
D Check the piston surface for wear, damage or rust.
D Check the caliper body or sleeve for wear.
D Check pad for damage or adhesion of grease, check the
backing metal for damage.
PAD WEAR CHECK
Measure thickness at the thinnest and worn area of the pad.
Replace the pad assembly if the pad thickness is less than
the limit value.
Standard value: 10 mm
Limit: 2.0 mm
Caution
1. Always replace the brake pads as an axle set.
2. If an excessive difference is found in the thickness
between the right and left brake pads, check moving
parts.
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