Replacing The Front Brake Pads - Yamaha 2004 YP400 Service Manual

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FRONT AND REAR BRAKES
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Disc brake components rarely require dis-
assembly.
Therefore, always follow these preventive
measures:
• Never disassemble brake components
• If any connection on the hydraulic brake
• Never use solvents on internal brake
• Use only clean or new brake fluid for
• Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces
• Avoid brake fluid coming into contact
FIRST AID FOR BRAKE FLUID ENTERING
THE EYES:
• Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
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REPLACING THE FRONT BRAKE PADS

NOTE:
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When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disas-
semble the brake caliper.
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1. Remove:
2. Remove:
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CAUTION:
unless absolutely necessary.
system is disconnected, the entire brake
system must be disassembled, drained,
cleaned, properly filled, and bled after
reassembly.
components.
cleaning brake components.
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.
with the eyes as it can cause serious
injury.
immediate medical attention.
• front brake caliper retaining bolts 1
• front brake caliper 2
• brake pad spring
• brake pads 1
• brake pad springs 2
• brake pad shims 3
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