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12-12 BRAKES

Caliper

Caliper Removal

Front Brake:

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Loosen the banjo bolt [A] so as not to spill brake fluid.

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Remove the caliper mounting bolts [B].

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Remove the banjo bolt and take off the brake hose from

the caliper [C].

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If the caliper is to be disassembled after removal and if

compressed air is not available, remove the piston using

the following steps before disconnecting the brake hose

from the caliper.

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Remove the pads.

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Pump the brake lever to remove the piston.

Rear Brake:

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Unbolt the caliper guard bolts [A] and remove the caliper

guard [B].

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Unbolt the disc guard bolts [C] and remove the disc guard

[D].

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Loosen the banjo bolt [A] so as not to spill brake fluid.

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Loosen the brake pad cap bolt [B], and pad bolt [C] before

the caliper removal if the caliper is to be disassembled.

NOTE

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If the caliper is to be disassembled after removal and

compressed air is not available, disassemble the caliper

before brake hose removal (see Caliper Disassembly).

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Remove the rear wheel. (see Wheels/Tires chapter)

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Unscrew the banjo bolt and remove the brake hose [D]

from the caliper (see Brake Hose Removal/Installation).

CAUTION

Immediately wipe up any brake fluid that is spilled.