Yamaha LIT-11616-16-02 Model Vehicle User Manual


 
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CHAS
FRONT BRAKE
DISASSEMBLING THE FRONT BRAKE
CALIPERS
1.Remove:
Brake caliper piston
Dust seal 1
Caliper piston seal 2
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Removal steps:
Blow compressed air into the hose joint
opening to force out the caliper piston from
the brake caliper body.
WARNING
Never try to pry out the caliper piston.
Cover the caliper piston with a rag. Be
careful not to get injured when the piston
is expelled from the master cylinder.
Remove the caliper piston seals.
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EB702040
CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS
WARNING
All internal brake components should be
cleaned in new brake fluid only. Do not use
solvents as they will cause seals to swell
and distort.
Recommended brake component
replacement schedule:
Brake pads As required
Piston seal, dust seal Every two years
Brake hoses Every two years
Brake fluid
Replace when
brakes are
disassembled.
1.Check:
Brake caliper piston 1
Scratches/rust/wear Replace the brake
caliper assembly.
Brake caliper cylinder 2
Wear/scratches Replace the brake caliper
assembly.
Brake caliper body 3
Cracks/damage Replace.