Suzuki GSX-R 1000 Service Manual: Rear brake caliper disassembly and assembly
Refer to “rear brake caliper removal and installation” .
Disassembly
- Remove the pad spring (1) and rubber boot (2) from the caliper.
- Place a rag over the piston to prevent it from popping out and then force out the piston using compressed air.
| Caution do not use high pressure air to prevent piston damage. |
- Remove the dust seal (3) and piston seal (4).
- Remove the rubber boot (5), pad spring (6) and sliding pin b (7) from the bracket.
Assembly
Assemble the caliper in the reverse order of disassembly. Pay attention to the following points:
- wash the caliper bore and piston with specified brake fluid. Particularly wash the dust seal groove and piston seal groove.
Bf: brake fluid (dot 4)
Caution
|
- Apply the brake fluid to dust seal (1).
Bf: brake fluid (dot 4)
- Apply grease to the piston seal (2).
: Grease 99000–25100 (suzuki
silicone
grease or equivalent)
- Install the piston seal (2) as shown in the figure.
- Apply thread lock to the thread part and install the sliding pin b (3) to the bracket.
:
Thread lock cement
99000–32110
(thread lock cement super “1322” or
equivalent)
Tightening torque rear caliper sliding pin b (a): 12 n·m (1.2 Kgf-m, 8.5 Lbf-ft)
- Install the rear brake caliper. Refer to “rear brake caliper removal and installation” .
Rear brake caliper removal and installation
Removal
Remove the rear wheel. Refer to “rear wheel assembly removal and
installation” in section 2d .
Drain brake fluid. Refer to “brake fluid replacement” in section 4a .
Remo ...
Rear brake caliper parts inspection
Refer to “rear brake caliper disassembly and assembly” .
Brake caliper cylinder
Inspect the brake caliper cylinder wall for nicks,
scratches or other damage. If any damage is found,
replace the ca ...
Other materials:
If you don't have a helmet, buy a helmet and wear it every
time you ride
Most accidents occur within a few
miles of home, and almost half
occur at speeds of less than 30
mph. So even if you're just going
on a quick errand, be preparedstrap
on your helmet before you
take off.
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Hazard switch inspection
Inspect the hazard switch in the following procedures:
remove the air cleaner box. Refer to “air cleaner box removal and
installation” in section 1d .
Disconnect the left handlebar switch coupler (1).
(Yellow)
Inspect the hazard switch for continuity with the
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Oil cooler / oil cooler hose inspection and
cleaning
Refer to “exterior parts removal and installation” in section 9d .
Oil cooler hose inspection
Inspect the oil cooler hoses for any damage and oil
leakage. If any defects are found, replace the oil cooler
hose with a new one.
Oil cooler inspection
Remove the oil cooler guard (1).
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