Yamaha RX10LTGTYL Service Manual page 679

BRAKE
CAUTION:
Disc brake components rarely require dis-
assembly. DO NOT:
S Do not disassemble components unless
absolutely necessary.
S Do not use solvents on internal brake com-
ponents.
S Do not use contaminated brake fluid for
cleaning.
Use only clean brake fluid.
S Do not allow brake fluid to contact the
eyes, otherwise eye injury may occur.
S Do not allow brake fluid to contact painted
surfaces or plastic parts otherwise dam-
age may occur.
S Do not disconnect any hydraulic connec-
tion, otherwise the entire system must be
disassembled, drained, cleaned, and then
properly filled and bled after reassembly.
BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT
NOTE:
It is not necessary to disassemble the brake cal-
iper and brake hose in order to replace the
brake pads.
1. Remove:
S Brake pads 1
NOTE:
S Do not depress the brake lever when the cali-
per or disc is off the machine otherwise the
brake pads will be forced shut.
S Install a new brake pad spring and shims when
the brake pads are replaced.
S Replace the pads as a set if either one is found
to be worn to the wear limit a .
Wear limit:
7.5 mm (0.30 in)
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