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Rear Disc Brake Caliper Disassembly and Reassembly: Disassembly

CAUTION: If dust or other impurities get into the brake system, they can cause brake failure, which could lead to an accident. Clean the surfaces on and around the caliper with brake fluid before disassembling it.
  1. Remove disc brake piston (1) by turning piston counterclockwise with special tool.

    Special Tool 

    (A): 09945-16060 

    Fig 1: Removing Disc Brake Piston Using Special Tool
    G06868525Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  2. Remove cylinder boot and piston seal (1).
    CAUTION: If the inside surface of the cylinder (bore wall) is damaged, brake fluid leaks may result. Be extremely careful not to damage the inside surface of the cylinder when removing the piston seal.
    Fig 2: Removing Cylinder Boot And Piston Seal
    G06868526Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.
  3. Remove bleeder plug and cap from caliper.
  4. Remove return spring (1), parking nut (2), washer (3), lever (4) and shaft cover (5).
    Fig 3: Removing Return Spring, Parking Nut, Washer, Lever And Shaft Cover
    G06868527Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.