Yamaha Scorpio - Front Brake Caliper Inspection; Front Brake Caliper Installation

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CHAS
FRONT BRAKE
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FRONT BRAKE CALIPER INSPECTION
1.Check:
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Brake caliper pistons
1
Rust/scratches/wear
→
Replace the brake
caliper. Piston assembly.
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Brake caliper cylinders
2
Scratches/wear
→
Replace the brake cali-
per.
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Brake caliper
3
Cracks/damage
→
Replace
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Brake fluid delivery passages
(brake caliper body)
Obstruction
→
Blow out with compressed air.
WARNING
Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled,
replace the brake caliper piston seals.
Recommended brake component
replacement schedule:
Brake pads If necessary
Piston seals Every two years
Brake hoses Every four years
Brake fluid
Replace when
brakes are disas-
sembled.
FRONT BRAKE CALIPER INSTALLATION
WARNING
●
Before installation, all internal brake com-
ponents should be cleaned and lubricated
with clean or new brake fluid.
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Never use solvents on internal brake
components as they will cause the piston
seals to swell and distort.
●
Whenever a brake caliper is disassem-
bled, replace the brake caliper piston
seals.
Recommended brake fluid:
DOT 3 or 4