Master Cylinder Inspection; Rear Master Cylinder Reassembly And Installation - Suzuki RM-Z450 Owner's Service Manual

16-16 FRONT AND REAR BRAKES

MASTER CYLINDER INSPECTION

• Inspect the cylinder bore and piston for scuffing, wear and
damage.
• Inspect the piston rod and spring for damage.
Master cylinder cleaning. (%16-13)
REAR MASTER CYLINDER REASSEMBLY
AND INSTALLATION
Reassemble and install the master cylinder in the reverse order
of removal and disassembly. Pay attention to the following
points:
• Apply grease to the contact point between piston and push
rod.
) 99000-25010: SUZUKI SUPER GREASE "A"
• Set the brake hose end between the hose stoppers, then
tighten the brake hose union bolt 1 to the specified torque.
The seal washers should be replaced with new ones to
prevent fluid leakage.
$ Brake hose union bolt: 23 N·m (2.3 kgf-m, 16.5 lb-ft)
• Tighten the master cylinder mounting bolts 2 to the specified
torque.
$ Master cylinder mounting bolt: 10 N·m (1.0 kgf-m, 7.0 lb-ft)
• Install the master cylinder rod pin.
Improper brake hose routing can damage the brake
hose.
Set the brake hose so it touches the stopper and
tighten the union bolt. Ensure the brake hose has
enough clearance to the rear suspension spring.
• Refill brake fluid and bleed air from the brake system.
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CAUTION
CAUTION
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