Yamaha VX500SXBC Service Manual page 30

BRAKE
2. Install:
S Brake pads
S Pad spring
Installation steps:
S Connect a suitable hose 1 tightly to the
caliper bleed screw 2 . Put the other
end of this hose into an open container.
S Loosen the caliper bleed screw and
push the pistons into the caliper with
the finger.
S Tighten the caliper bleed screw 2 .
Bleed screw:
6 Nm (0.6 mSkg, 4.3 ftSlb)
S Install the brake pads and pad spring.
NOTE:
The tangs a of the pad spring must point in
the direction of the disc rotation.
3. Inspect:
S Brake fluid level
Refer to "BRAKE FLUID LEVEL INSPEC-
TION".
4. Check:
S Brake lever operation
A soft or spongy feeling ! Bleed brake
system.
Refer to "AIR BLEEDING (HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM)".
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