Honda InterceptorVF700F Shop Manual page 249

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V45 INTER,CEPTOR
H Y D R A U L I C B R A K E
T O O L
Special
Snap ring pliers
07914-3230001 or equivalent in U.S.A.
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Brake lever/pedal soft or spongy
Brakes grab
1 . A i r b u b b l e s i n h y d r a u l i c s y s t e m 1 . P a d s c o n t a m i n a t e d
2 . L o w f l u i d l e v e l 2 . D i s c o r w h e e l m i s a l i g n e d
3 . H y d r a u l i c s y s t e m l e a k i n g
Brake leverlpedal too hard Brake chatter or squeal
1. Sticking piston(s)
1. Pads contaminated
2. Clogged hydraulic system 2. Excessive disc runout
3. Pads glazed or worn excessively
3. Caliper installed incorrectly
4 . D i s c o r w h e e l m i s a l i g n e d
Brake drag
1 . H y d r a u l i c s y s t e m s t i c k i n g
2 . S t i c k i n g p i s t o n ( s )
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Date of lssue: January, 1983
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