9-56 CHASSIS
CALIPER INSPECTION
BRAKE CALIPER
• Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks, scratches or
other damage. If any damage is found, replace it with a new
one.
BRAKE CALIPER PISTON
• Inspect the brake caliper piston surface for any scratches or
other damage. If any damage is found, replace it with a new
one.
BRAKE PAD SPRING
Inspect the brake pad spring for damage excessive bend. If any
damage is found, replace it with a new one.
CALIPER REASSEMBLY
Reassemble the caliper in the reverse order of disassembly. Pay
attention to the following points:
• Clean the caliper bores and pistons with specified brake fluid,
especially the dust seal grooves and piston seal grooves.
- Specification and classification: DOT 4
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* Clean the caliper components with fresh brake fluid
before reassembly. Never use cleaning solvent or
gasoline to clean them.
* Do not wipe the brake fluid off after cleaning the
components.
* When cleaning the components, use the specified
brake fluid. Never use different types of fluid or
cleaning solvent such as gasoline, kerosine or oth-
ers.
* Replace the piston seals and dust seals with the new
ones when installing them. Apply the brake fluid to
both seals when installing them.
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