Brake Pad Replacement - Yamaha TDM850 1996 Service Manual

FRONT AND REAR BRAKE
CAUTION:
Disc brake components rarely require disas-
sembly. DO NOT:
S Disassemble components unless absolutely
necessary.
S Use solvents on internal brake components.
S Use contaminated brake fluid for cleaning.
Use only clean brake fluid.
S Allow brake fluid to come in contact with the
eyes, otherwise eye injury may occur.
S Allow brake fluid to contact painted surfaces
or plastic parts otherwise damage may oc-
cur.
S Disconnect any hydraulic connection other-
wise the entire system must be disas-
sembled, drained, cleaned, and then properly
filled and bled after reassembly.

BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT

NOTE:
It is not necessary to disassemble the brake cali-
per and brake hose to replace the brake pads.
Front brake
1. Remove:
S Brake pads 1
NOTE:
S Do not depress the brake lever when the wheel is
off the motorcycle otherwise the brake pads will
be forced shut.
S Install new brake pad spring and shims when the
brake pads have to be replaced.
S Replace the pads as a set if either is found to be
worn to the wear limit a .
7-15
CHAS
Wear limit a :
0.5 mm