Procedures; Caliper - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 05 (BRAKES)
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1. Good position
2. To avoid
Check brakes operation carefully before riding the
vehicle.
Bleeding Procedure Using a Vacuum Pump:
Install the vacuum/pressure pump (P/N 529 021
800) to bleeder. See the manufacturer's operat-
ing instructions.
Pump vacuum pump and loosen bleeder.
Pump until air bubbles do not appear in clear
hose.
NOTE: For the front brake system, switch to LH
and RH caliper. Turn handle bar to full RH side
when bleeding right caliper and turn to the LH side
for the left caliper. This helps the bleeder to reach
air into the caliper.
Close bleeder and operate brake lever or brake
pedal. If it still feels spongy, bleed system again.
Top up the master cylinder reservoir to the appro-
priate level, using recommended brake fluid only.
Install diaphragm and cover on reservoir.
NOTE: Make sure rear reservoir diaphragm is cor-
rectly installed, see the following illustrations to
position it.
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1. Good position
2. To avoid
Check brakes operation carefully before riding the
vehicle.

PROCEDURES

CALIPER

Caliper Removal
Front Caliper
Park the vehicle on a firm level surface.
Loosen wheel nuts.
Raise vehicle and support it securely.
Remove wheels.
NOTE: If the caliper is not replaced, omit the next
steps concerning the brake system draining and
brake hose removal.
Drain brake fluid from brake system.
Remove the Banjo fitting and discard the sealing
washers.
Detach brake hose from caliper and catch spilled
fluid with a rag.
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1. Banjo fitting
2. Brake hose
Detach the protector from the bottom of caliper.
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