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Front Brake Caliper Inspection

Front Brake Caliper Inspection

NOTE:
Perform this inspection in the following cases.
^ When replacing the brake pads with new ones.
^ When checking the thickness of brake pad.
^ Before reassembling the brake caliper.

Caliper Cylinder and Caliper Carrier
Check front brake caliper cylinder and caliper carrier for distortion, crack, damage and rust. Replace front brake caliper or caliper carrier if any defect is found.

Cylinder Boot
Check cylinder boot (1) for break, crack and brake fluid leak. If any defect is found, replace front cylinder boot.





Slide Pin
Check that slide pins (1) move smoothly in lateral direction before installing front brake caliper to front brake caliper carrier (3). Replace slide pin (1) and pin boot (2) if defective.