Caliper Removal And Disassembly - Suzuki GSX-R750 Service Manual

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6-70 CHASSIS

CALIPER REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY

• Remove the union bolt 1 and catch the brake fluid in a suitable

Never reuse the brake fluid left over from previous ser-

vicing and stored for long periods.

Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe running and

discolor painted surfaces. Check the brake hose and

hose joints for cracks and fluid leakage.

• Remove the brake caliper mounting bolts 2 and torque link

Slightly loosen the caliper housing bolts 4 to facilitate later dis-

assembly before removing the caliper mounting bolts.

• Remove the brake pads. ( 6-69)

• Remove the caliper housing bolts 4.

• Separate the caliper halves.

• Remove the O-ring 5.

Replace the O-ring with a new one.

• Place a rag over the piston to prevent it from popping out and

then force out the pistons using compressed air.

Do not use high pressure air to prevent piston damage.

• Remove the dust seals and piston seals.

Do not reuse the dust seals and piston seals to pre-

vent fluid leakage.

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