Brake Pads - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 05 (BRAKES)
Caliper Inspection
Check pistons for:
– Rust
– Scratches
– Leaks.
Check caliper support for:
– Cracks
– Wear.
Replace caliper support if required.
Caliper Installation
The installation is the reverse of the removal pro-
cedure. However, pay attention to the following.
Install Banjo fittings with two NEW sealing wash-
ers.
CAUTION: Each front caliper has a recess to
position brake hose properly. To avoid dam-
aging the brake hose, make sure brake hose is
installed inside it.
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1. Brake hose
2. Caliper recess
3. Front caliper
Torque Banjo fittings to 28 N•m (21 lbf•ft).
Fill and bleed the brake system. Refer to
FLUID BLEEDING
in this section.
Check for leaks and make sure the brakes operate
normally before driving.

BRAKE PADS

Brake Pads Inspection
CAUTION: Soiled brake pads must be replaced
by new ones.
Measure brake pad lining thickness.
Brake pads must be replaced when lining is 1 mm
(1/32 in) thick. Verify the groove on the pad lining.
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1. Groove on pad lining
A. Brake pad minimum thickness 1 mm (1/32 in)
Brake pad thickness
CAUTION: Brake pads must always be replaced
in pairs.
Avoid getting oil or grease on brake pads.
Contaminated brake pads can affect stopping
capacities. Discard any contaminated pads.
Brake Pads Replacement
Front Brake Pads
Remove CALIPER
CAUTION: Do not let the caliper hang by the
hose and do not stretch or twist the hose.
Using a TORX socket (T25) and a 10 mm wrench,
unscrew brake pad pin.
BRAKE
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1. Brake pad pin
2. Brake pads
Pull brake pad pin out to release pads.
SERVICE LIMIT
1 mm (1/32 in)
WARNING
, see procedure in this section.
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