Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual: Rear Caliper Dust Boot and Friction Boot Damage

Kawasaki Ninja Service Manual / Brakes / Calipers / Rear Caliper Dust Boot and Friction Boot Damage

If they show any damage, replace it.

Rear Caliper Dust Boot and Friction Boot Damage


Caliper Fluid Seal Damage
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 ...

Caliper Piston and Cylinder Damage
Visually inspect the pistons [A] and cylinder surfaces [B]. Replace the caliper if the cylinder and piston are badly scores or rusty. Front Caliper [C] Rear Caliper [D] ...

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KIBS Hydraulic Unit Inspection
Remove the KIBS hydraulic unit (see KIBS Hydraulic Unit Removal). Visually inspect the connector terminals [A]. Replace the KIBS hydraulic unit or main harness if either of the terminals are cracked, bent, or otherwise damaged. If the KIBS hydraulic unit connector is clogged with mud or ...

Canister Inspection
Refer to the Evaporative Emission Control System Inspection (CAL and SEA-B1 Models) in the Periodic Maintenance chapter. 1. Green Hoses (Purge) 2. Fittings 3. Canister 4. White Hose (Vacuum) 5. Throttle Body Assy 6. Fuel Tank 7.Red Hose (Return) 8. Blue Hose (Breather) 9. Brack ...

Cylinder (Upper Crankcase) Wear Inspection
Split the crankcase (see Crankcase Splitting). Remove the pistons (see Piston Removal). Assemble the cylinder (upper crankcase) [A], the cylinder head [B] and the cylinder head gasket [C]. Tighten the cylinder head bolts (see Cylinder Head Installation in the Engine Top End chapter). ...