Brake Pad Replacement - Suzuki DL650 Service Manual

CHASSIS
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This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based DOT 4 brake fluid. Do not use mix
different types of fluid such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
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Do not use any brake fluid taken from old, used or unsealed containers. Never reuse brake
fluid left over from the last servicing or stored for long periods.
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When storing the brake fluid, seal the container completely and keep away from children.
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When replenishing brake fluid, take care not to get dust into fluid.
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When washing brake components, use fresh brake fluid. Never use cleaning solvent.
A contaminated brake disc or brake pad reduces braking performance. Discard contaminated
pads and clean the disc with high quality brake cleaner or neutral detergent.
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Handle brake fluid with care: the fluid reacts chemically with paint, plastics, rubber materials
etc. and will damage then severly.
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BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT
Remove the caliper.
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Do not operate the brake lever while removing the cal-
iper.
Remove the pin
0.
Remove the brake pads by removing the pad mounting pin
0.
Clean up the caliper especially around the caliper pistons.
Install the outer pad with the detent
@
of pad fitted to the
detent
0 3
on the caliper holder.
T i K E q
Replace the brake pads as a set, otherwise braking
performance will be adversely affected.