Piston, Pressing Back:

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Fig 1: Identifying Thumbwheel On T10165

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WARNING:

Before pushing back the pistons, extract some of the brake fluid out of the brake fluid reservoir using a bleeder bottle. Otherwise the brake fluid will overflow and cause damage, especially if the brake fluid was added intermittently.

-- Insert the : T10165 so that the collar is resting on the : T10165/1

-- Use the : T10165/1 to assist in installing.

-- Turn the thumbwheel on the : T10165 to the right to install the piston. Be careful not to damage the piston collar.

NOTE:

For pistons that are difficult to move, an open end wrench (size 13 mm) can be positioned at the appropriate wrench surfaces -arrow A-.

-- Check the caps for damage and correct seating -item OVERVIEW - REAR BRAKE CALIPER - List Item 9: Cap .

-- Check the guide pins for ease of movement -item OVERVIEW - REAR BRAKE CALIPER - List Item 8: Guide Pin .

-- Remove protective foil on brake pad backing plates.

-- Install the brake pads -2- in the brake carrier -1-.

Fig 2: Locating Brake Pads On Brake Carrier

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When installing brake caliper, make sure that brake pads are not affixed to brake caliper before the correct installation position has been reached.

-- Tighten the brake caliper -1- to the brake carrier -2-.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Caliper & Brake Carrier

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-- Use new self-locking bolts -arrows-.

-- Tighten the brake caliper -1- to the brake carrier -2-.

Fig 4: Removing Brake Caliper From Brake Carrier

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-- While tightening counterhold the guide pin with a suitable wrench -3-.

-- After every brake pad replacement, firmly press down on the brake pedal several times with vehicle stationary so that the brake pads are properly set in their respective operating position.

-- Install the wheel and tighten.

-- Check the brake fluid level.

Fig 5: Identifying Brake Fluid Level Marks On Reservoir

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-- The brake fluid level must be between both markings -1 and 2-.