FRONT BRAKE DISASSEMBLY

Tech Tips

Perform the removal and installation of the front disc brake piston, cylinder boot and piston seal one side at a time.


  1. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON


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      Place a piece of cloth between the disc brake pistons and the disc brake cylinder assembly.

    2. Using compressed air, remove one of the disc brake pistons from the disc brake cylinder assembly.

      CAUTION:

      Do not place your fingers in front of the front disc brake piston when using compressed air.

      Note

      Do not allow any brake fluid to spatter.

  2. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT


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      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, remove the cylinder boot from the disc brake cylinder assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the front disc brake cylinder.

  3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL


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      *1 Protective Tape

      Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped with protective tape, remove the piston seal from the disc brake cylinder assembly.

      Note

      Be careful not to damage the inner cylinder or cylinder groove.

  4. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP

  5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG