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6. If the brake drag force exceeds the standard value, disassemble and clean the
piston. Check for corrosion or worn piston seal, and check the sliding condition
of the lock pin and guide pin.
Fig. 55: Measuring Hub Torque With Pads
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INSPECTION BRAKE DISC CHECK
Disc wear (Refer to DISC BRAKE ROTOR CHECK
).
Disc run-out (Refer to DISC BRAKE ROTOR CHECK
).
DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY < FRONT>
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Fig. 56: Exploded View Of Brake Disc (Front)
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LUBRICATION POINTS
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Fig. 57: Identifying Lubrication Points
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DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS << A>> CALIPER PISTON/PISTON BOOT REMOVAL
CAUTION: When disassembling the front disc brakes,
disassemble both sides (left and right wheels) as a
set.
CAUTION:
When removing the pistons, be sure to use the
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Blow compressed air slowly from the connecting portion of the brake hose to pull
out the
piston and the
piston boots.handle of a plastic hammer and adjust the height
of the two pistons while pumping in air slowly so
that the pistons protrude evenly. Do not remove one piston completely before
trying to remove the other piston, because it will
become impossible to remove the second piston. Blow air little by little to remove the piston. The
piston will pop out if a force of air is applied
suddenly.
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Fig. 58: Blowing Compressed Air From Connecting Portion Of The Brake Hose
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<< B>> PISTON SEAL REMOVAL 1. 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.
Fig. 59: Cleaning Piston Surface And Inner Cylinder With Alcohol Brake
Fluid
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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.
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DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY < REAR>Fig. 60: Exploded View Of Brake Disc (Rear)
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LUBRICATION POINTS
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Fig. 61: Identifying Lubrication Points
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DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS << A>> PISTON BOOT/CALIPER PISTON REMOVAL
CAUTION: When disassembling the disc brakes, disassemble
both sides (left and right) as a set.
CAUTION: Blow air little by little to remove the piston. The
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