FS III front brake calipers, servicing

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Fig 1: Exploded View Of FS III Front Brake Calipers

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NOTE:

When carrying out repairs install all parts supplied in repair kit.
New brake calipers are filled with brake fluid and are pre-bled.
Apply thin coat of lubricant G 052 150 A2 to brake cylinders, pistons and seals.

1 - Protective seal

2 - Bleed valve

Apply thin coat of assembly lubricant G 052 150 A2 to threads before screwing in

3 - Cap

4 - Guide pins, 30 Nm (22.1 ft. lb)

5 - Mounting bushing

6 - Brake caliper housing

7 - Protective seal

8 - Piston

Removing and installing. Refer to Front brake caliper piston, removing and installing
Apply thin coat of assembly lubricant G 052 150 A2 to piston before inserting

9 - Seal