Rear Disc Brake Caliper Inspection

Rear Disc Brake Caliper Inspection

Pin Boot and Cylinder Boot
Check boots (1) for breakage, crack and damage. If defective, replace.





Disc Brake Piston
Check all around piston for rust, corrosion and any other damage. If it is found faulty, replace.





Caliper
Push in adjusting bolt (1) by hand and move lever to check that adjusting bolt (1) moves smoothly in the arrow direction. Also, check adjusting bolt (1) for any damage. If it is found faulty, replace.





Slide Pin
Check guide pin for smooth movement as shown.
If it is found faulty, correct or replace.
Apply rubber grease to guide pin outer surface. Rubber grease should be the one whose viscosity is less affected by such low temperature as -40°C (-40°F).