The fluid seal (piston seal) [A] is placed around the piston to maintain clearance between the pad and the disc. If the seal is in a poor condition, it could lead the pad to wear excessively or the brake to drag, which may cause the temperature of the discs or the brake fluid to increase.
Brake fluid leakage around the pad.
Brakes overheat.
Considerable difference in inner and outer pad wear.
Seal and piston are stuck together.
If the fluid seal is replaced, replace the dust seal [B] as well. Also, replace all seals every other time the pads are changed.
Front Caliper [C] Rear Caliper [D]
Caliper Installation
Rear Caliper Dust Boot and Friction Boot DamageExploded View
5. Other than US, CA, and CAL Models
6. The big diameter side of the dampers faces upward.
G: Apply grease.
L: Apply a non-permanent locking agent.
R: Replacement Parts
S: Follow the specified tightening sequence.
SS: Apply silicone sealant.
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Front Master Cylinder Removal
Remove the reservoir mounting bolt and nut [A].
Unscrew the banjo bolt [A] and disconnect the brake hose
from the master cylinder (see Brake Hose and Pipe Replacement
in the Periodic Maintenance chapter).
Unscrew the clamp bolts [B], and take off themaster cylinder
as an assembl ...
Cleaning Vehicle before Disassembly
Clean the vehicle thoroughly before disassembly. Dirt or
other foreign materials entering into sealed areas during vehicle
disassembly can cause excessive wear and decrease
performance of the vehicle.
Arrangement and Cleaning of Removed Parts
Disassembled parts are easy to confuse. Arrange ...