Suzuki 2005 GSF1200 Service Manual page 322

4B-4 Front Brakes:
2) Separate the caliper halves to remove the caliper
housing bolts.
Special tool
(A): 09930–11920 (Torx bit (JT 40H))
(B): 09930–11940 (Bit holder)
3) Remove the O-ring.
4) Place a rag over the pistons to prevent it from
popping out and then force out the pistons using
compressed air.
CAUTION
!
Do not use high pressure air to prevent
piston damage.
(A)
(B)
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5) Remove the dust seals and piston seals.
Assembly
Assemble the caliper in the reverse order of
disassembly. Pay attention to the following points:
• Wash the caliper bores and pistons with specified
brake fluid. Particularly wash the dust seal grooves
and piston seal grooves.
BF: Brake fluid (DOT 4)
CAUTION
!
• Wash the caliper components with fresh
brake fluid before reassembly. Never use
cleaning solvent or gasoline to wash them.
• Do not wipe the brake fluid off after
washing the components.
• When washing the components, use the
specified brake fluid. Never use different
types of fluid or cleaning solvent such as
gasoline, kerosine or the others.
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