Disassembly

BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: DISASSEMBLY

HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

1. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT

(a) Using a screwdriver, pry out the set ring and cylinder boot from the disc brake cylinder assembly.





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HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

NOTICE:
Be careful not to damage the brake piston and cylinder.

2. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON





(a) Place a piece of cloth or equivalent between the piston and brake cylinder.

(b) Use compressed air to remove the piston from the brake cylinder.

CAUTION:
Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.

NOTICE:
Do careful not to spatter the brake fluid.

3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL

(a) Using a screwdriver, pry out the piston seal from the brake cylinder.





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HINT
Tape the screwdriver tip before use

NOTICE:
Do not damage the inner surface or piston seal groove of the cylinder.

4. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP

5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG