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Disassembly and Assembly




DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY [FRONT]









LUBRICATION POINTS





DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS

CAUTION:
When disassembling the front disc brakes, disassemble both sides (left and right wheels) as a set.

[[A]]
CALIPER PISTON/PISTON BOOT REMOVAL


CAUTION:
Blow air little by little to remove the piston. The piston will pop out if a force of air is applied suddenly.





Place a piece of wood, etc. against the caliper body as shown. Blow compressed air through the brake hose connection hole to remove the piston boot and piston.

[[B]]
PISTON SEAL REMOVAL






1.
CAUTION:
Do not use a flat-tipped screwdriver or similar tool to remove the piston seal. These may damage the inner side of the cylinder.

Remove the piston seal with your finger tip.
2. Clean the piston surface and inner cylinder with alcohol brake fluid DOT 3 or DOT 4.