Yamaha XT250X - Replacing the Front Brake Pads

FRONT BRAKE
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d. Measure the brake disc deflection.
e. If out of specification, repeat the adjustment
steps until the brake disc deflection is within
specification.
f. If the brake disc deflection cannot be brought
within specification, replace the brake disc.
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6. Install:
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Front wheel
Refer to “FRONT WHEEL” on page 4-2.
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REPLACING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disassem-
ble the brake caliper.
1. Measure:
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Brake pad wear limit “a”
Out of specification → Replace the brake
pads as a set.
2. Install:
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Brake pad shims
(onto the inner brake pads)
● Front brake pads
● Brake pad spring
NOTE:
Always install new brake pads, brake pad shims,
and a brake pad spring as a set.
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a. Connect a clear plastic hose “1” tightly to the
bleed screw “2”. Put the other end of the hose
into an open container. The oil pan must be
under the hose end to receive the drain oil.
b. Loosen the bleed screw and push the brake
caliper pistons into the brake caliper with your
finger.
c. Tighten the bleed screw.
d. Install new brake pads, new brake pad
shims, and a new brake pad spring.
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3. Lubricate:
● Front brake caliper support bolt
Brake disc bolt
10 Nm (1.0 m•kg, 7.2 ft•lb)
Apply locking agent (LOC-
TITE®)
Brake pad lining thickness (inner)
5.3 mm (0.21 in)
Limit
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Brake pad lining thickness (outer)
5.3 mm (0.21 in)
Limit
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
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Bleed screw
6 Nm (0.6 m•kg, 4.3 ft•lb)
2
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