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Overhaul

Wheel Cylinder Components:






REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Bleeder valve (1).
2. Boots (4).
3. Pistons (3).
4. Seals (2).
5. Spring (5).
^ Inspect
Cylinder bore for scoring and corrosion.
Spring for signs of discoloration due to heat. Replace if necessary.

^ Clean:
Inside the cylinder bore with crocus cloth. If bore is still scored, replace the cylinder.
Cylinder with clean brake fluid.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Lubricate seals and cylinder bore with clean brake fluid.
2. Spring (5).
3. Seals (2).
4. Pistons (3).
5. Boots (4).
6. Bleeder valve (1).

^ Tighten bleeder valve (1) to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.).