1. Install:
NOTE:
2. Install:
WARNING Proper brake hose routing is essential to insure safe vehicle operation. Refer to "CABLE ROUTING" on page 2-33. |
NOTE:
3. Install:
NOTE:
Before fully installing the front brake light switch, be sure to completely install the rubber cover over the switch. Also, be sure not to twist the front brake light switch lead when screwing in the switch.
4. Fill:
WARNING
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CAUTION: Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up any spilt brake fluid immediately. |
5. Bleed:
6. Check:
Refer to "CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID LEVEL" on page 3-18.
7. Check:
Brake lever operation Soft or spongy feeling → Bleed the brake system.
Refer to "BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM" on page 3-20.
Checking the front brake caliper
1. Check:
Brake caliper pistons "1"
Rust/scratches/wear Replace the
brake
caliper assembly.
Brake caliper body "2"
Cracks/damage Replace the brake
caliper
assembly.
Brake fluid delivery passages
(brake caliper body)
Obstruction Blow out with
compressed air.
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Introduction
WARNINGDisc brake components rarely require
disassembly.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
Never disassemble brake components unless
absolutely necessary.
If any connection on the hydraulic brake
system is disconnected, the entire brake
sy ...
Checking the piston rings
1. Measure:
Piston ring side clearance
Out of specification Replace the
piston
and piston rings as a set.
NOTE:
Before measuring the piston ring side clearance,
eliminate any carbon deposits from the piston
ring grooves and piston rings.
2. Install:
Piston ring
(into the cylind ...