Suzuki GSX-R1000 Automobile User Manual


 
CALIPER REMOVAL AND DISASSEMBLY
Remove the brake pads. (c:::::ra-S6)
Remove the brake hose from the caliper by removing the
union bolt
CD
and catch the brake fluid in a suitable recepta-
cle.
NOTE:
* Place a rag underneath the union bolt on the brake caliper to
catch
any
split brake fluid.
* When reusing the pad,
put
a reference mark on the
pad
so
that the original position can be restored during reassembly.
After cleaning the pad, attach a
new
tape on it.
Remove the brake caliper by removing the caliper mounting
bolts
~.
NOTE:
Slightly loosen the caliper housing bolts before removing the cal-
iper mounting bolts to facilitate later disassembly.
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CAUTION
I
Never reuse the brake fluid left over from previous
servicing and stored for long periods of time.
A WARNING
Brake fluid, if it leaks, will interfere with safe running
and discolor painted surfaces. Check the brake hose
and hose joints for cracks and fluid leakage.
Remove the caliper air bleeder valve
@.
Separate the caliper halves by removing the caliper housing
bolts
@.
Remove the O-ring.
I
CAUTION
I
I Replace the O-ring with a new one.
Place a rag over the pistons to prevent it from popping out
and then force out the pistons using compressed air.
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CAUTION
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Do not use high pressure air to prevent piston dam-
age.
CHASSIS
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