Master Cylinder Inspection; Master Cylinder Reassembly And Remounting - Suzuki GSX1200 1999 Service Manual

5-52 CHASSIS
• Remove the push rod, piston/primary cup and spring.

MASTER CYLINDER INSPECTION

MASTER CYLINDER
Inspect the master cylinder bore for any scratches or other dam-
age.
PISTON
Inspect the piston surface for any scratches or other damage.
RUBBER PARTS
Inspect the primary/secondary cup and all of the rubber parts for
damage.
MASTER CYLINDER REASSEMBLY AND
REMOUNTING
Reassemble and remount the master cylinder in the reverse or-
der of removal and disassembly. Pay attention to the following
points:
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* Wash the master cylinder components with new brake
fluid before reassembly.
* Do not wipe the brake fluid off after washing the com-
ponents.
* When washing the components, use the specified brake
fluid. Never use different types of fluid or cleaning sol-
vents such as gasoline, kerosine, etc.
* Apply brake fluid to the master cylinder bore and all of
the master cylinder components before reassembly.
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Specification and Classification: DOT 4
• Tighten each bolt to the specified torque.
% % % % % Master cylinder mounting bolt 1: 10 N . m (1.0 kgf-m)
Master cylinder rod locknut 2: 18 N . m (1.8 kgf-m)
Brake hose union bolt 3: 23 N . m (2.3 kgf-m)