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FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF FRONT BRAKE PADS
The procedure that follows is applicable to both front brake
callipers.
NOTE:_________________________________
Substitute the brake pads always together to ensure a uni-
form pressure.
Remove:
• pin springs (B) Fig. A
• fi xing pins (A) Fig. A
• Remove the brake pads (C) Fig. B.
Measure:
• The wear limit for the brake pads.
If outside specifi cations, replace the brake pads as a block.
Pads Wear limits
Front
1 mm
Clean:
• press the pistons of the calliper inside to permit the installa-
tion of the new brake pads.
Install:
• the brake pads in reverse order of disassembly.
• the brake calliper.
Check:
The brake fl uid level “B” Fig. C
If below the minimum notch, top up with the recommended
brake fl uid until it is at the correct level.
Refer to Chapter 3: Periodic maintenance, paragraph “Check-
ing and topping up the front brake fl uid level”.
Check:
• Brake lever operation.
If the brake lever is soft or spongy to the touch, bleed the brake
circuit.
A
B
C
B
A
B
C
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