Hydraulic Brake Caliper - Arctic Cat 700 Diesel ATV 2007 Service Manual

Hydraulic Brake Caliper

NOTE: The brake caliper is a non-serviceable
component; it must be replaced as an assembly.
REMOVING/DISASSEMBLING
1. Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the
wheel; then remove the wheel.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the sup-
port stand to avoid injury.
2. Drain the brake fluid from the caliper, hose, and
master cylinder.
! CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do not spill brake
fluid on any surface of the ATV and do not reuse
brake fluid.
3. Remove the brake hose from the caliper; then
remove the caliper and plug the brake fluid port.
4. Compress the caliper holder against the caliper
and remove the outer brake pad; then remove the
inner brake pad.
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5. Remove the caliper holder from the caliper and
account for the brake caliper O-ring.
remove the piston from the caliper.
6. Plug the fluid port with a suitable plug to prevent
contamination during cleaning.
CLEANING AND INSPECTING
1. Clean all caliper components (except the brake
pads) with parts-cleaning solvent.
2. Inspect the brake pads for damage and excessive
wear.
NOTE: For measuring brake pads, see Section 2.
ASSEMBLING/INSTALLING
1. Install the caliper onto the caliper holder making
sure the caliper is correctly oriented on the holder.
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