Service manual

CHAS
4-39
3. Bleed:
• brake system
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM” in chapter 3.
4. Check:
• brake fluid level
Below the minimum level mark → Add
the recommended brake fluid to the proper
level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID
LEVEL” in chapter 3.
5. Check:
• brake lever operation
Soft or spongy feeling → Bleed the brake
system.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC
BRAKE SYSTEM” in chapter 3.
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ASSEMBLING AND INSTALLING THE REAR
BRAKE CALIPER
WARNING
• Before installation, all internal brake com-
ponents should be cleaned and lubricated
with clean or new brake fluid.
• Never use solvents on internal brake com-
ponents as they will cause the piston
seals to swell and distort.
• Whenever a brake caliper is disassem-
bled, replace the brake caliper piston
seals.
1. Install:
• brake pad spring
• brake pad shim
• brake pad pins
2. Install:
• brake caliper (front)
(rear)
LOCK TITE
®
•protector
• copper washers
• brake hose
• union bolt
Recommended brake fluid
DOT 4
23 Nm (2.3 m•kg, 17 ft•lb)
23 Nm (2.3 m•kg, 17 ft•lb)
10 Nm (1.0 m•kg, 7.2 ft•lb)
26 Nm (2.6 m•kg, 19 ft•lb)
FRONT AND REAR BRAKES