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CHAS
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
EAS00638
ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING THE
FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS
The following procedure applies to both of the
brake calipers.
WARNING
@
• Before installation, all internal brake com-
ponents should be cleaned and lubricated
with clean or new brake fluid.
• 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.
@
1. Install:
• brake caliper
1
(temporarily)
• copper washers
• brake hose
2
• union bolt
3
WARNING
@
Proper brake hose routing is essential to
insure safe motorcycle operation. Refer to
“CABLE ROUTING”.
@
CAUTION:
@
When installing the brake hose onto the
brake caliper, make sure the brake pipe
touches the projection
a
on the brake cali-
per.
@
2. Remove:
• brake caliper
3. Install:
• brake pads
• brake pad spring
• brake pad pins
• brake pad clips
• brake caliper
• brake hose holder
Refer to “REPLACING THE FRONT
BRAKE PADS”.
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
New
T
R
.
.
30 Nm (3.0 m · kg)
T
R
.
.
40 Nm (4.0 m · kg)
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