Rear Brake Light Switch; Checking The Front And Rear Brake Pads - Yamaha Fazer FZ1-S Owner's Manual

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT

Rear brake light switch

The rear brake light switch, which is ac-
tivated by the brake pedal, is properly
adjusted when the brake light comes
on just before braking takes effect. If
necessary, have a Yamaha dealer ad-
just the brake light switch.
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Checking the front and rear
brake pads
The front and rear brake pads must be
checked for wear at the intervals spec-
ified in the periodic maintenance and
lubrication chart.
Front brake pads
1. Brake pad wear indicator
Each front brake pad is provided with
wear indicators, which allows you to
check the brake pad wear without hav-
ing to disassemble the brake. To check
the brake pad wear, check the position
of the wear indicators while applying
the brake. If a brake pad has worn to
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touches the brake disc, have a Yamaha
dealer replace the brake pads as a set.
Rear brake pads
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1. Lining thickness
Check each rear brake pad for damage
and measure the lining thickness. If a
brake pad is damaged or if the lining
thickness is less than 1.0 mm (0.04 in),
have a Yamaha dealer replace the
brake pads as a set.
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