16-16 FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
MASTER CYLINDER INSPECTION
• Inspect the cylinder bore and piston for scuffing, wear and
damage.
• Inspect the piston rod and spring for damage.
Master cylinder cleaning ($16-13)
REAR MASTER CYLINDER REASSEMBLY
AND INSTALLATION
Reassemble and install the master cylinder in the reverse order
of removal and disassembly. Pay attention to the following
points:
• Apply grease to the contact point between piston and push
rod.
( 99000-25010: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE “A”
(or equivalent grease)
• Set the brake hose end between the hose stoppers, then
tighten the brake hose union bolt
1 to the specified torque.
# Brake hose union bolt: 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lb-ft)
• Tighten the master cylinder mounting bolts
2 to the specified
torque.
# Master cylinder mounting bolt: 10 N·m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.0 lb-ft)
• Install the master cylinder rod pin, washer and new cotter pin.
• Refill brake fluid and bleed air from the brake system.
($16-3)
CAUTION
The seal washers should be replaced with new ones to
prevent fluid leakage.
CAUTION
Improper brake hose routing can damage the brake
hose.
Ensure the brake hose has enough clearance to the
rear suspension spring.
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