16. BRAKE SYSTEM                                      MXU 500IRS

 REAR BRAKE/PARKING
 BRAKE CALIPER
 DISASSEMBLY/INSPECTION/
 ASSEMBLY

 DISASSEMBLY/INSPECTION

 Remove parking brake caliper (refer to the
 "REAR BRAKE/PARKING BRAKE
 CALIPER EMOVAL/INSTALLATION "
 section in this chapter).

 Remove the brake pad spring plate.
                                                Spring Plate




 Remove the piston from the brake caliper.
 If necessary, use compressed air to squeeze
 out the piston through the brake fluid inlet
 opening and place a shop towel under the
 caliper to avoid contamination caused by
 the removed piston.




 Inspect the caliper cylinder wall and piston
 surface for scratch, corrosion or other
 damages.
 If any abnormal condition is noted, replace
 the caliper.




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