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DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY





LUBRICATION POINTS

DISASSEMBLY SERVICE POINTS
When disassembling the front disc brakes, disassemble both sides (left and right) as a set.

>A< PISTON BOOT/PISTON REMOVAL





Protect caliper body with cloth. Blow compressed air through brake hose to remove piston boot and piston.

CAUTION: Blow compressed air gently and wear eye protection.

>B< PISTON SEAL REMOVAL





1. Remove piston seal with finger tip.

CAUTION: Do not use a flat-tipped screwdriver or other tool to prevent damage to inner cylinder.

2. Clean piston surface and inner cylinder with trichloroethylene, alcohol or specified brake fluid.
Specified brake fluid: DOT3 or DOT4

REASSEMBLY SERVICE POINT
>A< LOCK PIN/GUIDE PIN INSTALLATION





Install the lock pin and guide pin so that the pin head marks correspond to the identification marks on the caliper body.

INSPECTION
- Check cylinder for wear, damage or rust.
- Check piston surface for wear, damage or rust.
- Check caliper body or sleeve for wear.
- Check pad for damage or adhesion of grease, check backing metal for damage.