Disassembling The Rear Brake Caliper; Checking The Rear Brake Caliper - Yamaha 2009 XP500Y TMAX Service Manual

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DISASSEMBLING THE REAR BRAKE
CALIPER
1. Remove:
• Brake caliper piston "1"
• Brake caliper piston dust seal "2"
• Brake caliper piston seal "3"
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a. Operate the rear brake lock lever "4" continu-
ously in the direction shown by the arrow until
the brake caliper piston comes out.
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b. Remove the brake caliper piston dust seal
and piston seal.
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CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER

Recommended brake component replace-
ment schedule
Brake pads
Piston seal
Piston dust seal
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If necessary
Every two years
Every two years
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Recommended brake component replace-
ment schedule
Brake hose
Brake fluid
1. Check:
• Brake caliper piston "1"
Rust/scratches/wear → Replace the brake
caliper piston.
• Brake caliper cylinder "2"
Scratches/wear → Replace the brake caliper
assembly.
• Brake caliper body "3"
Cracks/damage → Replace the brake caliper
assembly.
• Brake fluid delivery passages
(brake caliper body)
Obstruction → Blow out with compressed air.
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WARNING
Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled,
replace the brake caliper piston dust seal
and piston seal.
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2. Check:
• Brake caliper bracket "1"
Cracks/damage → Replace.
REAR BRAKE
Every four years
Every two years and
whenever the brake
is disassembled
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