Brake Pad Replacement - Suzuki DL650 Service Manual

C H A S S I S 7-69
This brake system is filled with an ethylene glycol-based DOT 4 brake fluid. Do not use or mix
different types of fluid such as silicone-based or petroleum-based.
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.
When storing the brake fluid, seal the container completely and keep away from children.
When replenishing brake fluid, take care not to get dust into fluid.
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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CAUTION
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~ a n d l e brake fluid with care: the fluid reacts chemically with paint, plastics, rubber materials
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BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT
Remove the plug
6) .
Loosen the pad mounting pin
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Remove the caliper bracket bolt @ I .
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the pads.
Replace the brake pads as a set, otherwise braking
performance will be adversely affected.
Remove the pad mounting pin and brake pads with the rear
caliper pivoted up.
Clean up the caliper especially around the caliper pistons.