Front Brake Caliper - KYMCO Mongoose/KXR 250 Service Manual

13
. BRAKE SYSTEM
Mongoose/KXR 250

FRONT BRAKE CALIPER

REMOVAL
Remove the front wheel. ( 15-3)
First drain the brake fluid from the
hydraulic brake system. ( 13-4)
Remove the brake pad pins.
Remove the brake fluid tube bolt.
Remove the two bolts attaching the brake
caliper.
Remove the brake caliper.
Brake Pad Pins Fluid Tube Bolt
Bolts
DISASSEMBLY
Remove the brake pads. ( 13-3)
Remove the brake pad spring plate.
Spring Plate
Remove the piston from the brake caliper.
If necessary, use compressed air to squeeze
out the piston through the brake fluid inlet
opening and place a shop towel under the
caliper to avoid contamination caused by
the removed piston.
Check the piston cylinder for scratches or
wear and replace if necessary.
Push the piston dust seal outward to remove
Dust Seal
13-8