Yamaha XV19SW(C), XV19W(C), XV19MW(C), XV19CTSW(C), XV19CTW(C), XV19CTMW(C). Service Manual - part 11

FRONT BRAKE

4-38

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3. Install:

• Brake pad pin
• Brake pad clips
• Front brake caliper

4. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” 

→

 Add the 

recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID 
LEVEL” on page 3-20.

5. Check:

• Brake lever operation

Soft or spongy feeling 

→

 Bleed the brake sys-

tem.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

EAS22300

REMOVING THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS

The following procedure applies to both of the 
brake calipers.

NOTE:

Before removing the brake caliper, drain the 
brake fluid from the entire brake system.

1. Remove:

• Brake hose holder “1”
• Front brake hose union bolt “2”
• Copper washers “3”

• Front brake hose “4”

NOTE:

Put the end of the brake hose into a container 
and pump out the brake fluid carefully.

EAS22350

DISASSEMBLING THE FRONT BRAKE 
CALIPERS

The following procedure applies to both of the 
brake calipers.
1. Remove:

• Brake caliper pistons “1”
• Brake caliper piston seals “2”

WARNING

EW1D71001

Do not loosen the bolts “3”.

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a. Blow compressed air into the brake hose joint 

opening “a” to force out the pistons from the 
brake caliper.

WARNING

EWA13560

• Cover the brake caliper pistons with a rag. 

Be careful not to get injured when the pis-
tons are expelled from the brake caliper.

• Never try to pry out the brake caliper pis-

tons.

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Front brake caliper bolt

40 Nm (4.0 m·kg, 29 ft·lb)

1

4

3

2

FRONT BRAKE

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b. Remove the brake caliper piston seals.

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EAS22390

CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS

1. Check:

• Brake caliper pistons “1”

Rust/scratches/wear 

→

 Replace the brake 

caliper pistons.

• Brake caliper cylinders “2”

Scratches/wear 

→

 Replace the brake caliper 

assembly.

• Brake caliper body “3”

Cracks/damage 

→

 Replace the brake caliper 

assembly.

• Brake fluid delivery passages

(brake caliper body)
Obstruction 

→

 Blow out with compressed air.

WARNING

EWA13600

Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled, 
replace the piston seals.

EAS22410

ASSEMBLING THE FRONT BRAKE 
CALIPERS

WARNING

EWA13620

• Before installation, all internal brake com-

ponents should be cleaned and lubricated 
with clean or new brake fluid.

• Never use solvents on internal brake com-

ponents as they will cause the piston seals 
to swell and distort.

• Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled, 

replace the brake caliper piston seals.

EAS22440

INSTALLING THE FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS

The following procedure applies to both of the 
brake calipers.
1. Install:

• Front brake caliper “1”

(temporarily)

• Copper washers 
• Front brake hose “2”
• Front brake hose union bolt “3”

WARNING

EWA13530

Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe vehicle operation. Refer to “CABLE 
ROUTING” on page 2-45.

CAUTION:

ECA14170

When installing the brake hose onto the 
brake caliper “1”, make sure the brake pipe 
“a” touches the projection “b” on the brake 
caliper.

Recommended brake component replace-

ment schedule

Brake pads

If necessary

Piston seals

Every two years

Brake hoses

Every four years

Brake fluid

Every two years and 
whenever the brake 
is disassembled

a

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1

1

3

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

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Front brake hose union bolt

32 Nm (3.2 m·kg, 23 ft·lb)

New

1

a

b

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FRONT BRAKE

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2. Remove:

• Front brake caliper

3. Install:

• Brake pads
• Brake pad spring
• Brake pad pin
• Brake pad clips
• Front brake caliper
• Brake hose guide

Refer to “REPLACING THE FRONT BRAKE 
PADS” on page 4-37.

4. Fill:

• Brake master cylinder reservoir

(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended brake fluid)

WARNING

EWA13090

• Use only the designated brake fluid. Other 

brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to 
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor 
brake performance.

• Refill with the same type of brake fluid that 

is already in the system. Mixing brake fluids 
may result in a harmful chemical reaction, 
leading to poor brake performance.

• When refilling, be careful that water does 

not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water 
will significantly lower the boiling point of 
the brake fluid and could cause vapor lock.

CAUTION:

ECA13540

Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces 
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up 
any spilt brake fluid immediately.

5. Bleed:

• Brake system

Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

6. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” 

→

 Add the 

recommended brake fluid to the proper level.

Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID 
LEVEL” on page 3-20.

7. Check:

• Brake lever operation

Soft or spongy feeling 

→

 Bleed the brake sys-

tem.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

EAS22490

REMOVING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

NOTE:

Before removing the front brake master cylinder, 
drain the brake fluid from the entire brake sys-
tem.

1. Remove:

• Front brake hose union bolt “1”
• Copper washers “2”
• Front brake hose “3”

NOTE:

To collect any remaining brake fluid, place a 
container under the master cylinder and the end 
of the brake hose.

EAS22500

CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

1. Check:

• Brake master cylinder “1”

Damage/scratches/wear 

→

 Replace.

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Brake caliper bolt

40 Nm (4.0 m·kg, 29 ft·lb)

Brake hose holder bolt

10 Nm (1.0 m·kg, 7.2 ft·lb)
LOCTITE

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Recommended fluid

DOT 4

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FRONT BRAKE

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• Brake fluid delivery passages

(brake master cylinder body)
Obstruction 

→

 Blow out with compressed air.

2. Check:

• Brake master cylinder kit

Damage/scratches/wear 

→

 Replace.

3. Check:

• Brake master cylinder reservoir

Cracks/damage 

→

 Replace.

• Brake master cylinder reservoir diaphragm

Damage/wear 

→

 Replace.

4. Check:

• Brake hose

Cracks/damage/wear 

→

 Replace.

EAS22520

ASSEMBLING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

WARNING

EWA13520

• Before installation, all internal brake com-

ponents should be cleaned and lubricated 
with clean or new brake fluid.

• Never use solvents on internal brake com-

ponents.

EAS22530

INSTALLING THE FRONT BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

1. Install:

• Front brake master cylinder “1”
• Front brake master cylinder holder “2”

NOTE:

• Align the end of the brake master cylinder hold-

er with the punch mark “a” on the handlebar.

• First, tighten the rear bolt, then the front bolt.

2. Install:

• Copper washers 
• Front brake hose “1”
• Front brake hose union bolt “2”

WARNING

EWA13530

Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe vehicle operation. Refer to “CABLE 
ROUTING” on page 2-45.

NOTE:

• Install the brake hose at a right angle to the 

front brake master cylinder as shown in the il-
lustration.

• While holding the brake hose, tighten the union 

bolt.

• Turn the handlebar to the left and right to make 

sure the brake hose does not touch other parts 
(e.g., wire harness, cables, leads). Correct if 
necessary.

3. Fill:

• Brake master cylinder reservoir

(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended brake fluid)

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

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Front brake master cylinder hold-
er bolt

10 Nm (1.0 m·kg, 7.2 ft·lb)

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Front brake hose union bolt

30 Nm (3.0 m·kg, 22 ft·lb)

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

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a

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New

10–30˚

1

2

FRONT BRAKE

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WARNING

EWA13540

• Use only the designated brake fluid. Other 

brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to 
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor 
brake performance.

• Refill with the same type of brake fluid that 

is already in the system. Mixing brake fluids 
may result in a harmful chemical reaction, 
leading to poor brake performance.

• When refilling, be careful that water does 

not enter the brake master cylinder reser-
voir. Water will significantly lower the boil-
ing point of the brake fluid and could cause 
vapor lock.

CAUTION:

ECA13540

Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces 
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up 
any spilt brake fluid immediately.

4. Bleed:

• Brake system

Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

5. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” 

→

 Add the 

recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID 
LEVEL” on page 3-20.

6. Check:

• Brake lever operation

Soft or spongy feeling 

→

 Bleed the brake sys-

tem.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

REAR BRAKE

4-43

EAS22550

REAR BRAKE

Removing the rear brake pads

Order

Job/Parts to remove

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Remarks

1

Rear brake caliper bolt

2

2

Rear brake caliper

1

3

Rear brake pad

2

4

Brake pad spring

2

For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.

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kg, 4.3 ft

 

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kg, 19 ft

 

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LS

REAR BRAKE

4-44

Removing the rear brake master cylinder

Order

Job/Parts to remove

Q’ty

Remarks

Brake fluid

Drain.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

1

Brake fluid reservoir cap

1

2

Brake fluid reservoir diaphragm holder

1

3

Brake fluid reservoir diaphragm

1

4

Brake fluid reservoir

1

5

Brake fluid reservoir hose

1

6

Rear brake master cylinder cover

1

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Rear brake hose union bolt

1

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Copper washer

2

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Rear brake hose

1

10

Rear brake light switch

1

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Right rider footrest assembly

1

12

Brake rod

1

13

Locknut

1

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Brake master cylinder bracket

1

1

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kg, 11 ft

 

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kg, 17 ft

 

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kg, 22 ft

 

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Ib)

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48 Nm (4.8 m 

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kg, 35 ft

 

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Ib)

LT

New

New

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REAR BRAKE

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Brake master cylinder

1

For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.

Removing the rear brake master cylinder

Order

Job/Parts to remove

Q’ty

Remarks

1

10

12

15

9

6

8

13

14

11

5

2

3

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7

 

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7 Nm (0.7 m

 

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16 Nm (1.6 m 

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kg, 11 ft

 

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Ib)

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23 Nm (2.3 m 

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kg, 17 ft

 

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Ib)

 

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30 Nm (3.0 m 

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kg, 22 ft

 

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Ib)

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48 Nm (4.8 m 

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kg, 35 ft

 

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Ib)

LT

New

New

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REAR BRAKE

4-46

Disassembling the rear brake master cylinder

Order

Job/Parts to remove

Q’ty

Remarks

1

Dust boot

1

2

Circlip

1

3

Brake master cylinder kit

1

4

Circlip

1

5

Brake hose joint

1

6

O-ring

1

7

Brake master cylinder body

1

For assembly, reverse the disassembly pro-
cedure.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

New

New

New

REAR BRAKE

4-47

Removing the rear brake caliper

Order

Job/Parts to remove

Q’ty

Remarks

Brake fluid

Drain.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

1

Rear brake hose union bolt

1

2

Copper washer

2

3

Rear brake hose

1

4

Rear brake caliper bolt

2

5

Rear brake caliper

1

For installation, reverse the removal proce-
dure.

New

4

5

2

3

4

 

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27 Nm (2.7 m 

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kg, 19 ft

 

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Ib)

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1

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30 Nm (3.0 m 

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kg, 22 ft

 

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Ib)

REAR BRAKE

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Disassembling the rear brake caliper

Order

Job/Parts to remove

Q’ty

Remarks

1

Brake caliper piston

1

2

Brake caliper piston seal

2

3

Bleed screw

1

For assembly, reverse the disassembly pro-
cedure.

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1

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kg, 4.3 ft

 

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New

REAR BRAKE

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EAS22560

INTRODUCTION

WARNING

EWA14100

Disc brake components rarely require disas-
sembly. Therefore, always follow these pre-
ventive measures:
• Never disassemble brake components un-

less absolutely necessary.

• If any connection on the hydraulic brake 

system is disconnected, the entire brake 
system must be disassembled, drained, 
cleaned, properly filled, and bled after reas-
sembly.

• Never use solvents on internal brake com-

ponents.

• Use only clean or new brake fluid for clean-

ing brake components.

• Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces 

and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean 
up any spilt brake fluid immediately.

• Avoid brake fluid coming into contact with 

the eyes as it can cause serious injury.

• FIRST AID FOR BRAKE FLUID ENTERING 

THE EYES:

• Flush with water for 15 minutes and get im-

mediate medical attention.

EAS22570

CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE DISC

1. Remove:

• Rear wheel

Refer to “REAR WHEEL” on page 4-23.

2. Check:

• Brake disc

Damage/galling 

→

 Replace.

3. Measure:

• Brake disc deflection

Out of specification 

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 Correct the brake disc 

deflection or replace the brake disc.
Refer to “CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE 
DISCS” on page 4-36.

4. Measure:

• Brake disc thickness

Measure the brake disc thickness at a few dif-
ferent locations.
Out of specification 

→

 Replace.

Refer to “CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE 
DISCS” on page 4-36.

5. Adjust:

• Brake disc deflection

Refer to “CHECKING THE FRONT BRAKE 
DISCS” on page 4-36.

6. Install:

• Rear wheel

Refer to “REAR WHEEL” on page 4-23.

EAS22580

REPLACING THE REAR BRAKE PADS

NOTE:

When replacing the brake pads, it is not neces-
sary to disconnect the brake hose or disassem-
ble the brake caliper.

1. Measure:

• Brake pad wear limit “a”

Out of specification 

→

 Replace the brake 

pads as a set.

2. Install:

• Brake pads
• Brake pad springs

 

Brake disc deflection limit

0.15 mm (0.0059 in)

 

Brake disc thickness limit

5.5 mm (0.22 in)

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Brake disc bolt

18 Nm (1.8 m·kg, 13 ft·lb)
LOCTITE

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Brake pad lining thickness (in-
ner)

5.8 mm (0.23 in)

Limit

0.8 mm (0.03 in)

Brake pad lining thickness (out-
er)

5.8 mm (0.23 in)

Limit

0.8 mm (0.03 in)

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NOTE:

Always install new brake pads and brake pad 
springs as a set.

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a. Connect a clear plastic hose “1” tightly to the 

bleed screw “2”. Put the other end of the hose 
into an open container.

b. Loosen the bleed screw and push the brake 

caliper piston into the brake caliper with your 
finger.

c. Tighten the bleed screw.

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3. Install:

• Brake caliper

4. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” 

→

 Add the 

recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID 
LEVEL” on page 3-20.

5. Check:

• Brake pedal operation

Soft or spongy feeling 

→

 Bleed the brake sys-

tem.

Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

EAS22590

REMOVING THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER

NOTE:

Before disassembling the brake caliper, drain 
the brake fluid from the entire brake system.

1. Remove:

• Rear brake hose union bolt “1”
• Copper washers “2”
• Rear brake hose “3”

NOTE:

Put the end of the brake hose into a container 
and pump out the brake fluid carefully.

EAS22600

DISASSEMBLING THE REAR BRAKE 
CALIPER

1. Remove:

• Brake caliper piston
• Brake caliper piston seals

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a. Blow compressed air into the brake hose joint 

opening “a” to force out the piston from the 
brake caliper.

WARNING

EWA13550

• Cover the brake caliper piston with a rag. 

Be careful not to get injured when the pis-
ton is expelled from the brake caliper.

• Never try to pry out the brake caliper pis-

ton.

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Bleed screw (rear brake caliper)

6 Nm (0.6 m·kg, 4.3 ft·lb)

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Rear brake caliper bolt

27 Nm (2.7 m·kg, 19 ft·lb)

1

2

a

2

1

3

REAR BRAKE

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b. Remove the brake caliper piston seals.

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EAS22640

CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER

1. Check:

• Brake caliper piston “1”

Rust/scratches/wear 

→

 Replace the brake 

caliper piston.

• Brake caliper cylinder “2”

Scratches/wear 

→

 Replace the brake caliper 

assembly.

• Brake caliper body “3”

Cracks/damage 

→

 Replace the brake caliper 

assembly.

• Brake fluid delivery passages

(brake caliper body)
Obstruction 

→

 Blow out with compressed air.

WARNING

EWA13610

Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled, 
replace the brake caliper piston seals.

EAS22650

ASSEMBLING THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER

WARNING

EWA13620

• Before installation, all internal brake com-

ponents should be cleaned and lubricated 
with clean or new brake fluid.

• Never use solvents on internal brake com-

ponents as they will cause the piston seals 
to swell and distort.

• Whenever a brake caliper is disassembled, 

replace the brake caliper piston seals.

EAS22670

INSTALLING THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER

1. Install:

• Rear brake caliper “1”

(temporarily)

• Copper washers 
• Rear brake hose “2”
• Rear brake hose union bolt “3”

WARNING

EWA13530

Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe vehicle operation. Refer to “CABLE 
ROUTING” on page 2-45.

CAUTION:

ECA14170

When installing the brake hose onto the 
brake caliper “1”, make sure the brake pipe 
“a” touches the projection “b” on the brake 
caliper.

2. Remove:

• Rear brake caliper

3. Install:

• Brake pads

Recommended brake component replace-

ment schedule

Brake pads

If necessary

Piston seals

Every two years

Brake hoses

Every four years

Brake fluid

Every two years and 
whenever the brake 
is disassembled

a

3

1

2

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

T

 

R

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Rear brake hose union bolt

30 Nm (3.0 m·kg, 22 ft·lb)

New

1

3

2

b

a

REAR BRAKE

4-52

• Brake pad springs
• Rear brake caliper bolts
• Rear brake caliper

Refer to “REPLACING THE REAR BRAKE 
PADS” on page 4-49.

4. Fill:

• Brake fluid reservoir

(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended brake fluid)

WARNING

EWA13090

• Use only the designated brake fluid. Other 

brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to 
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor 
brake performance.

• Refill with the same type of brake fluid that 

is already in the system. Mixing brake fluids 
may result in a harmful chemical reaction, 
leading to poor brake performance.

• When refilling, be careful that water does 

not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water 
will significantly lower the boiling point of 
the brake fluid and could cause vapor lock.

CAUTION:

ECA13540

Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces 
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up 
any spilt brake fluid immediately.

5. Bleed:

• Brake system

Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

6. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” 

→

 Add the 

recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID 
LEVEL” on page 3-20.

7. Check:

• Brake pedal operation

Soft or spongy feeling 

→

 Bleed the brake sys-

tem.
Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

EAS22700

REMOVING THE REAR BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

NOTE:

Before removing the rear brake master cylinder, 
drain the brake fluid from the entire brake sys-
tem.

1. Remove:

• Rear brake hose union bolt “1”
• Copper washers “2”
• Rear brake hose “3”

NOTE:

To collect any remaining brake fluid, place a 
container under the master cylinder and the end 
of the brake hose.

EAS22720

CHECKING THE REAR BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

1. Check:

• Brake master cylinder

Damage/scratches/wear 

→

 Replace.

• Brake fluid delivery passages

(brake master cylinder body)
Obstruction 

→

 Blow out with compressed air.

T

 

R

.

 

Rear brake caliper bolt

27 Nm (2.7 m·kg, 19 ft·lb)

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

a

3

1

2

REAR BRAKE

4-53

2. Check:

• Brake master cylinder kit

Damage/scratches/wear 

→

 Replace.

3. Check:

• Brake fluid reservoir

Cracks/damage 

→

 Replace.

• Brake fluid reservoir diaphragm

Cracks/damage 

→

 Replace.

4. Check:

• Brake hoses

Cracks/damage/wear 

→

 Replace.

EAS22730

ASSEMBLING THE REAR BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

WARNING

EWA13520

• Before installation, all internal brake com-

ponents should be cleaned and lubricated 
with clean or new brake fluid.

• Never use solvents on internal brake com-

ponents.

EAS22740

INSTALLING THE REAR BRAKE MASTER 
CYLINDER

1. Install:

• Copper washers “1” 
• Rear brake hose “2”
• Rear brake hose union bolt “3”

WARNING

EWA13530

Proper brake hose routing is essential to in-
sure safe vehicle operation. Refer to “CABLE 
ROUTING” on page 2-45.

CAUTION:

EC1D71009

When installing the brake hose onto the 
brake master cylinder, make sure the brake 
pipe touches the projection “a” on the brake 
caliper bracket as shown.

2. Fill:

• Brake fluid reservoir

(with the specified amount of the recom-
mended brake fluid)

WARNING

EWA13090

• Use only the designated brake fluid. Other 

brake fluids may cause the rubber seals to 
deteriorate, causing leakage and poor 
brake performance.

• Refill with the same type of brake fluid that 

is already in the system. Mixing brake fluids 
may result in a harmful chemical reaction, 
leading to poor brake performance.

• When refilling, be careful that water does 

not enter the brake fluid reservoir. Water 
will significantly lower the boiling point of 
the brake fluid and could cause vapor lock.

CAUTION:

ECA13540

Brake fluid may damage painted surfaces 
and plastic parts. Therefore, always clean up 
any spilt brake fluid immediately.

3. Bleed:

• Brake system

Refer to “BLEEDING THE HYDRAULIC 
BRAKE SYSTEM” on page 3-22.

4. Check:

• Brake fluid level

Below the minimum level mark “a” 

→

 Add the 

recommended brake fluid to the proper level.
Refer to “CHECKING THE BRAKE FLUID 
LEVEL” on page 3-20.

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

T

 

R

.

 

Rear brake hose union bolt

30 Nm (3.0 m·kg, 22 ft·lb)

New

 

Recommended fluid

DOT 4

2

3

1

a

New