Brake Disc - Can-Am DS 450 2008 Shop Manual

Section 08 CHASSIS
Subsection 05 (BRAKES)
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1. O-rings
Install NEW brake pads.
Install brake pad screws.
Install caliper.
Apply Loctite 243 (blue) (P/N 293 800 060) on
threads of caliper screws.
Tighten caliper screws to 25 N•m (18 lbf•ft).
Tighten brake pad pins to 22 N•m (16 lbf•ft).
After the job is completed, firmly depress the
brake lever a few times to bring the pads in con-
tact with the disc.
Check brake fluid level in the rear brake fluid reser-
voir and top up if necessary.
Check for leaks and make sure the brakes operate
normally before driving. The pads must rest flat
on the disc.

BRAKE DISC

Brake Disc Inspection
WARNING
A contaminated brake disc reduces stopping
power. Clean a contaminated disc with a high
quality brake degreasing agent.
NOTE: Brake discs can be inspected without re-
moving from the vehicle.
Park the vehicle on a firm level surface.
Loosen wheel nuts.
Raise vehicle and support it securely.
Remove wheels.
Raise vehicle and support it securely.
NOTE: For rear brake disc the wheels removal is
not necessary.
Visually inspect both brake disc surfaces for:
– Scratches
– Grooves
– Other damages.
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Replace brake disc as required.
Measure thickness of the disc.
BRAKE DISC THICKNESS
Minimum thickness
CAUTION: Brake discs should never be ma-
chined.
Replace disc if not within specifications.
Turn the disc by hand and check run out.
BRAKE DISC RUN OUT
Maximal disc run out
Replace disc if not within specifications.
Brake Disc Removal
Front Brake Disc
Remove wheel hub. Refer to
section.
Remove screws retaining brake disc to wheel hub.
Discard screws.
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1. Brake disc screws
2. Brake disc
3. Wheel hub
NOTE: Heat up disc around screws to facilitate
removal.
Rear Brake Disc
REAR BRAKE DISC HUB
Refer to
for removal procedure.
Brake Disc Installation
Use NEW screws to secure the brake disc.
Tighten brake disc screws to 25 N•m (18 lbf•ft).
3.5 mm (.13 in)
0.5 mm (.02 in)
WHEELS/TIRES
in this section
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