Overhaul

For additional information see Notes, Warnings, and Hints. Fundamentals and Basics

Wheel Cylinder:

Wheel Cylinder Components:

1. Remove boots (22), pistons (23) and seals (24), spring assembly (25) and bleeder valve (20).
2. Clean all parts with brake fluid.
3. Inspect cylinder bore and pistons for scoring, nicks, corrosion and wear. Use crocus cloth to polish out light corrosion.
^ Replace wheel cylinder assembly if bore will not clean up with crocus cloth.

ASSEMBLY

NOTE: Ensure hands are clean before proceeding with assembly.

1. Clean all parts in clean denatured alcohol.
2. Dry parts with unlubricated compressed air.
3. Lubricate cylinder wall and rubber cups with clean brake fluid, then install spring assembly (25), seals (24), pistons (23) and boots (22).
4. Wipe end of hydraulic line to remove any foreign matter, then place wheel cylinder in position. Enter tubing into cylinder and start threads on fitting.
5. Secure cylinder to backing plate, then complete tightening of tubing fitting. Torque to 17 Nm (12 lbs. ft.).
6. Install bleeder valve (20). Torque to 7 Nm (65 lbs. in.).