Rear Brake Pad, Brake Caliper & Brake Rotor: Disassembly

HINT:

• Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
• The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT 
   1. Using a screwdriver, remove the cylinder boot from the cylinder.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the brake piston and cylinder.
      Fig 1: Removing Cylinder Boot From Cylinder Using Screwdriver

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2. REMOVE REAR DISC BRAKE PISTON 
   1. Place a piece of cloth or similar object between the piston and cylinder.
   2. Use compressed air to remove the piston from the cylinder.
      CAUTION: Do not place your finger in front of the piston when using compressed air.
      NOTE: Be careful not to spatter the brake fluid.
      Fig 2: Removing Piston From Cylinder

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3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL 
   1. Using a screwdriver, remove the seal from the cylinder.
      NOTE: Be careful not to damage the inner cylinder and cylinder groove.
4. REMOVE SLIDING PIN, BOOT AND SLIDING BUSHING 
   1. Using a screwdriver and hammer, tap out the pin, boot and bushing.
      Fig 3: Removing Seal From Cylinder

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5. REMOVE REAR DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG 
   1. Remove the bleeder plug cap and bleeder plug from the cylinder.
6. REMOVE REAR DISC 
   1. Put matchmarks on the disc and axle hub.
   2. Remove the disc.