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Single Piston Caliper

Fig. 2. Front Disc Brake Assembly:




Fig. 7 Brake Pad Access:





1. Remove wheel.
2. Remove the bottom caliper bolt, Fig. 2, and turn caliper up, Fig. 7.
3. Remove following parts:
a. Two anti-squeal springs.
b. Two brake pads.
c. Four anti-squeal shims.
d. Two pad wear indicators.
e. Four pad support plates.
4. Install pads as follows:
a. Install wear indicators on pads.
b. Apply disc brake grease to both anti-squeal shim. Then install shims on each pad.
c. Install pads with wear indicators facing downward.
d. Install anti-squeal springs.
5. Remove small amount of brake fluid from reservoir.
6. Use suitable hammer handle to push piston in.
7. Install calipers and bolts. Tighten to specifications.
8. Ensure brake fluid is at Max line.