Front Brakes: 4B-4
• After setting the brake hose union to the stopper,
tighten the union bolt to the specified torque.
CAUTION
!
The seal washers should be replaced with the
new ones to prevent fluid leakage.
Tightening torque
Front brake hose union bolt (c): 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-
m, 16.5 lb-ft)
• Bleed air from the brake system after installing the
caliper. Refer to “Air Bleeding from Brake Fluid Circuit
in Section 4A (Page4A-4)”.
• Check the brake fluid leakage and brake operation.
WARNING
!
Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe
running and discolor painted surfaces.
Check the brake hose and hose joints for
cracks and fluid leakage.
Front Brake Caliper Disassembly and Assembly
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Refer to “Front Brake Caliper Removal and Installation
(Page4B-3)”
Disassembly
1) Remove the front brake pads. Refer to “Front Brake
Caliper Removal and Installation (Page4B-3)”.
2) Remove the front brake pad spring.
3) Place a rag over the pistons to prevent it from
popping out and then force out the pistons using
compressed air.
CAUTION
!
Do not use high pressure air to prevent
piston damage.
4) Remove the dust seals (1) and piston seals (2).
5) Remove the rubber boots (3) and the front brake
caliper air bleeder valve (4).
(b)
(c)
(a)
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2
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4
3
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