Brake Caliper Removal And Disassembly - Suzuki GSX1200 1999 Service Manual

5-40 CHASSIS
BRAKE CALIPER REMOVAL AND
DISASSEMBLY
• Disconnect the brake hose from the caliper by removing the
union bolt and catch the brake fluid in a suitable receptacle.
• Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper mounting bolts.
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Never reuse the brake fluid left over from previous ser-
vicing and stored for long periods.
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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 brake pads by removing the clips 1, pad mounting
pins 2 and spring.
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Do not separate the caliper housing due to the inner part
of O-ring can not supply individually.
• Hold one side of the brake caliper pistons by a rag to prevent
them from popping out.
• Force out the pistons using compressed air.
"
Do not use high pressure air to prevent brake caliper pis-
ton damage.
• Remove the dust seals and piston seals.
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Do not reuse the dust seals and piston seals to prevent
fluid leakage.