Caliper Removal And Disassembly - Suzuki GSF1200S 2001 Service Manual

CALIPER REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY

• Remove the brake hose from the caliper by removing the union
bolt 1 and catch the brake fluid in a suitable receptacle.
NOTE:
Place a rag underneath the union bolt on the brake caliper to
catch any spilt brake fluid.
• Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper mounting
bolts 2.
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Never reuse the brake fluid left over from previous ser-
vicing and stored for long periods of time.
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Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe running and
discolor painted surfaces. Check the brake hose and
hose joints for cracks and fluid leakage.
NOTE:
Slightly loosen the caliper housing bolts before removing the cali-
per mounting bolts to facilitate later disassembly.
• Remove the brake pads. (!5-44)
• Separate the caliper halves to remove the caliper housing bolts.
• Remove the O-rings.
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Replace the O-rings with new ones.
• Place a rag over the pistons to prevent it from popping out and
then force out the pistons using compressed air.
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Do not use high pressure air to prevent piston damage.
CHASSIS 5-45