Brake Caliper Disassembly; Caliper Inspection - Yamaha YP250 Service Manual

FRONT BRAKE
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BRAKE CALIPER DISASSEMBLY

NOTE:
Before disassembling either brake caliper,
drain the brake fluid from the brake hose, mas-
ter cylinder, brake caliper and reservoir tank.
1. Remove:
S Brake caliper piston
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Removal steps:
S Blow compressed air into the hose joint
opening to force out the caliper piston
from the brake caliper body.
D Never try to pry out the caliper piston.
D Cover the caliper piston with a rag. Be
careful not to get injured when the piston
is expelled from the master cylinder.
CAUTION:
Carefully remove the caliper piston to pre-
vent damage.
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2. Remove:
S Dust seal 1
S Piston seal 2
When removing, push the seals by your
finger.
CAUTION:
D Do not use a sharp instrument. Remove
seals by your finger.
D Do not re-use removed parts.
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CALIPER INSPECTION

1. Inspect:
S Caliper cylinder 1
S Caliper piston 2
Scratches, wear ! Replace caliper as-
sembly.
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