Replacing The Brake Pads - Shimano BR-M8000 Dealer's Manual

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Replacing the brake pads

„ Replacing the brake pads
This brake system is designed to automatically adjust the clearance between the disc brake rotor and the brake pads by the piston gradually
protruding according to the wear of the brake pads; therefore, when you replace the brake pads, you need to push back the piston.
If oil adheres to the brake pads, if the brake pads are worn down to a thickness of 0.5mm, or if the brake pad presser springs are interfering with
the disc brake rotor, replace the brake pads.
BR-M8000
(A)
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BR-M6000
2
Clean the pistons and surrounding area.
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Remove the wheel from the frame, and
remove the brake pads as shown in the
illustration.
(B)
(C)
Use a flat-shaped tool to push the
pistons straight back in as far as they will
go, while being careful not to twist the
pistons.
(A)
NOTE
TECH TIPS
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(A)
Brake pad
(B)
Snap ring
(C)
Split pin
(A)
Piston
NOTE
Do not push the pistons with a sharp tool.
The pistons may be damaged.