Replacing The Front Brake Pads - Yamaha XVS13AWC Service Manual

d. Measure the brake disc deflection.
e. If out of specification, repeat the adjustment
steps until the brake disc deflection is within
specification.
f. If the brake disc deflection cannot be brought
within specification, replace the brake disc.
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6. Install:
• Front wheel
Refer to "FRONT WHEEL" on page 4-9.
EAS22260

REPLACING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS

NOTE:
When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disassem-
ble the brake caliper.
1. Measure:
• Brake pad wear limit "a"
Out of specification → Replace the brake
pads as a set.
Brake pad lining thickness (in-
ner)
6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Limit
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
Brake pad lining thickness (out-
er)
6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Limit
0.8 mm (0.03 in)
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4-28
FRONT BRAKE
2. Install:
• Brake pads
• Brake pad spring
NOTE:
Always install new brake pads and a new brake
pad spring as a set.
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a. Connect a clear plastic hose "1" tightly to the
bleed screw "2". Put the other end of the hose
into an open container.
b. Loosen the bleed screw and push the brake
caliper pistons into the brake caliper with your
finger.
c. Tighten the bleed screw to specification.
Bleed screw
6 Nm (0.6 m·kg, 4.3 ft·lb)
d. Install a new brake pad shim, new brake
pads, and a new brake pad spring.
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3. Lubricate:
• Front brake caliper retaining bolts
Recommended lubricant
Lithium-soap-based grease
ECA14150
CAUTION:
• Do not allow grease to contact the brake
pads.
• Remove any excess grease.
4. Install:
• Brake caliper retaining bolts
Brake caliper retaining bolt
27 Nm (2.7 m·kg, 19 ft·lb)
5. Check:
• Brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark "a" → Add the
recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
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