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12-16 BRAKES
Calipers
Caliper Fluid Seal Damage Inspection
The fluid seal (piston seal) [A] is placed around the pis-
ton to maintain clearance between the pad and the disc. If
the seal is in a poor condition, it could lead the pad to wear
excessively or the brake to drag, which may cause the tem-
perature of the discs or the brake fluid to increase.
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Replace the fluid seal if it exhibits any of the conditions
listed below.
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Brake fluid leakage around the pad.
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Brakes overheat.
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Considerable difference in inner and outer pad wear.
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Seal and piston are stuck together.
If the fluid seal is replaced, replace the dust seal [B] as
well. Also, replace all seals every other time the pads are
changed.
Front Caliper [C]
Rear Caliper [D]
Rear Caliper Dust Boot and Friction Boot Damage
Inspection
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Check that the dust boot [A] and friction boot [B] are not
cracked, worn, swollen, or otherwise damaged.
If they show any damage, replace it.
Caliper Piston and Cylinder Damage Inspection
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Visually inspect the pistons [A] and cylinder surfaces [B].
Replace the caliper if the cylinder and piston are badly
scores or rusty.
Front Caliper [C]
Rear Caliper [D]
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