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2. If new pads are being installed, push the pistons fully back into the caliper body.
Keep an eye on the fluid level in the reservoir whilst retracting the pistons to prevent
fluid spillage.
3. Make sure that the anti-rattle spring position and orientation is as noted for removal.
4. Fit one of the brake pad's retaining lugs into its mounting in the caliper with its
friction material surfaces facing the other side of the caliper.
1. Anti-rattle spring
2. Retaining lug
3. Retaining lug mounting
5. Using finger pressure only, fit the pad's other retaining lug into its mounting of the
caliper. Make sure that both retaining lugs are fully fitted into their mountings.
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 for the other brake pad.
7. Fit the front brake caliper (see Front Brake Caliper - Installation).
Use only DOT 4 specification brake fluid as listed in the general information section of
this manual. The use of brake fluids other than those DOT 4 fluids listed in the general
information section may reduce the efficiency of the braking system leading to loss of
motorcycle control and an accident.
Observe the brake fluid handling warnings given earlier in this section of the manual.
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