Parking Brake - Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007 Service Manual

3. Loosen the two brake caliper mount bolts (B) in equal
increments.
B
4. Remove the mount bolts from the frame and lift park brake
assembly out.
Caliper Disassembly / Inspection
NOTE: The rear park brake caliper assembly is
replaced as an assembly. Refer to your parts book
for information.
5. Remove the two caliper assembly nuts (C) that were
previously loosened during Step 2 of "Caliper Removal".
C
6. Slide the brake pads and springs from the assembly.
NOTE: Retain the lever and ball bearings for
reassembly.
7. Inspect the brake pads linings for excessive wear. Replace
as needed.
8. Check the three steel balls for any signs of cracking.
Replace as needed.
9. Check ball seats in lever and stationary actuator.
excessively worn, replace parts as needed.
10. Measure the thickness of the rear caliper parking brake
pads. Replace assembly or pads as needed. See illustration
below for proper readings.
Inboard
Outboard
Pad
Pad
Installed Disc to Park Brake
0.375" (0.953 cm)
New Rotor Disc Thickness
0.150" - 0.164"
(3.81 - 4.16 mm)
BRAKES
If
Inboard pad thickness
New .304" (7.72 mm)
Limit: 0.24" (6.1 mm)
Outboard Pad Thickness
New 0.360" (9.14 mm)
Limit: 0.31" (7.87 mm)
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