Q&A

The procedure for replacing the brake pads is below, sorry I was unable to copy in the illustrations.

Brake pads, front

Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

1.0 Preparatory work
1.1 Remove the wheels on both sides.

2.0 Removing the brake pads
Note! Minimum thickness for replacing brake pads = 2 mm.

2.1 Remove:
-The spring
-The protective caps
-The locating pins, use a 7 mm hex socket
-The brake caliper. Hang up the caliper in a suitable position to avoid damaging the brake hose
-The brake pads.
Note! Do not depress the brake pedal while the brake pads are removed.

3.0 Cleaning the brake caliper
3.1 Clean and check the brake caliper and dust cover.
3.2 Clean and check the brake pad mating surfaces in the brake caliper and caliper holder.
3.3 Clean the sliding pins using a steel brush.

Note! If the dust boot is damaged dirt may have penetrated the cylinder. If this is the case the caliper must be replaced.

4.0 Brake disc check
4.1 Check brake disc friction surfaces.
If the brake disc displays signs of out-of-true, check its lateral run out.

5.0 Disc Front, Checking.
5.1 Replace the brake disc if it displays signs of heavy wear, variable thickness or similar.

Note! Minimum disc thickness/replacement limit = 23.0mm. Minimum recommended disc thickness when installing new brake pads = 23.8mm.

6.0 Installing brake pads

Note! For tightening torques, see Specifications. See: Specifications\Tightening Torque

6.1 Lubricating the sliding surfaces
6.1.1 Lubricate the contact surfaces of the brake pads using silicone grease, part no. 1161687 (12 ml) or part no. 1161688 (50 ml).
(Do not lubricate the sliding pins)

Installing brake pads
6.2 Press piston back into cylinder on brake caliper.
Check that the dust cover is correctly positioned.
6.3 Install:
-new brake pads
-the brake caliper
-the locating pins.
-the protective caps
-the spring.
Note! Check the rubber sleeves of the locating pins. Replace if necessary.

7.0 Finishing

7.1 Depress the brake pedal a few times. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. Top up if necessary.
7.2 Install the wheel