Caliper Removal And Disassembly - Suzuki DL1000 Service Manual

CALIPER REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY

• Drain the brake fluid. (!6-58)
• Remove the brake pads. (!6-57)
• Disconnect the brake hoses by removing the brake hose
union bolts.
NOTE:
Place a rag underneath the union bolt on the brake caliper to
catch any spilt brake fluid.
• Remove the brake calipers by removing the caliper mounting
bolts.
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Do not reuse the brake fluid left over from previous
servicing and stored for long periods of time.
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Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe running
and discolor painted surfaces. Check the brake hose
and hose joints for cracks and fluid leakage.
• Remove the caliper holder 1.
• Remove the pad spring 2.
• Place a rag over the pistons to prevent them from popping out
and then force out the pistons using compressed air.
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Do not use high pressure air to prevent piston dam-
age.
• Remove the dust seals and piston seals.
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Do not reuse the removed dust seals and piston seals
to prevent fluid leakage.
CHASSIS 6-59