9.11
BRAKES
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9923523 - 2012 RANGER RZR 570 Service Manual
© Copyright 2011 Polaris Sales Inc.
Caliper Disassembly / Inspection
NOTE: Refer to th e “Electronic Pa rts Catalog” for
parking brake caliper replacement parts information.
1. Remove the two caliper a
ssembly bolts (C).
2. Slide the brake pads and springs from the assembly.
NOTE: Retain t he lever a nd ba ll bearings for
re
assembly.
3. Inspect brake pads for excessive wear. Replace as
n
eeded.
4. Check the three steel balls for any signs of
cracking.
Replace as needed.
5. Check ball seats in lever and stationary actuator. If
e
xcessively worn, replace parts as needed.
6. Measure thickness of the rear caliper parking brake
p
ads. Replace assembly or pads as needed. Refer to
the following image for brake pad specifications.
New Brake Pad Installation
1. Install new pads and assemble the caliper with one
shim. For shim location, see Figure 9.1 on page 9.11.
2. Measure gap for the brake disc and compare to gap
sp
ecification. Disassemble and add shim(s) between
thrust washer and the inside brake pad as needed to
close the gap to .207-.217 in. (5.25-5.51 mm).
3. Once yo u ha ve de termined th e cor rect a mount of
sh
ims to use, rea ssemble th e calipe r a nd a pply an
Anti-Seize Lubricant to the thrust washer and shims.
4. Torque the caliper assembly bolts to specification.
5. Ensure the parking brake assembly functions properly
by a
ctuating the lever. Install the mounting sleeves (D)
before installation.
Inboard
Pad
Outboard
Pad
Outboard Pad Thickness
New 0.250” (6.35 mm)
Limit: 0.190” (4.83 mm)
Inboard Pad Thickness
New 0.300” (7.62 mm)
Limit: 0.240” (6.10 mm)
Parking Brake Caliper - Assembly Bolts:
37 ft. lbs. (50 Nm)
Add shims until gap
measures .207”-.217”
(5.25-5.51 mm)