Yamaha XV1600A1999 Service Manual page 157

FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
EAS00583
REPLACING THE REAR BRAKE PADS
NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disas-
semble the brake caliper.
1. Remove:
S brake caliper 1
S brake pad cover 2
2. Remove:
S brake pad clips 1
S brake pad pins 2
S brake pad spring 3
3. Remove:
S brake pads 1
4. Measure:
S brake pad thickness a
Out of specification ! Replace the brake
pads as a set.
5. Install:
S brake pads
S brake pad spring
NOTE:
Always install new brake pads and a brake pad
spring as a set.
a. Connect a clear plastic hose 1 tightly to the
bleed screw 2 . Put the other end of the hose
into an open container.
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CHAS
Minimum brake thickness
0.5 mm