BRAKES 10-19
Master Cylinder
Master Cylinder Inspection (Visual Inspection)
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Disassemble the front and rear master cylinders.
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Check that there are no scratches, rust or pitting on the
inner wall of each master cylinder [A] and on the outside
of each piston [B].
If a master cylinder or piston shows any damage, replace
them.
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Inspect the primary [C] and secondary [D] cups.
If a cup is worn, damaged, softened (rotted), or swollen,
the piston assembly should be replace to renew the cups.
If fluid leakage is noted at the brake lever, the piston as-
sembly should be replaced to renew the cup.
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Check the dust covers [E] for damage.
If they are damaged, replace them.
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Check that the relief [G] and supply [H] ports are not
plugged.
If the small relief port becomes plugged, the brake pads
will drag on the disc. Blow the ports clean with com-
pressed air.
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Check the piston return springs [F] for any damage.
If a spring is damaged, replace it.
[J] Front Master Cylinder
[K] Rear Master Cylinder
