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Brake Caliper Component Overview, FN3






Brake Caliper Component Overview, FN3

Install the complete repair kit when servicing.

New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and are pre-bled.

Apply a thin coat of lithium grease (G 052 150 A2 ) to the brake cylinder, piston and seal.





1 - Cap

Insert into the bushing

2 - Guide pins, 30 Nm

3 - Bleeder valve, 10 Nm

Apply a thin coat of lithium grease (G 052 150 A2) before installing

4 - Protective cap

Push onto the bleeder valve

5 - Brake caliper housing

6 - Retaining spring

Insert with both ends in the holes in brake caliper housing

After inserting the retaining spring into the two holes, press it under the brake carrier. If incorrectly installed, it is not possible to adjust the wear of the outer pad, and the pedal travel will be increased as a result.

7 - Bushing

Insert into the brake caliper housing

8 - Brake carrier

Bolts to brake caliper housing

9 - Seal

10 - Piston

Apply a thin coat of lithium grease (G 052 150 A2) to the piston before inserting

11 - Protective cap

Do not damage when inserting the piston