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26-05-2012, 05:55 PM | #1 | ||
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When changing pads on a AU series 2 with ABS do I need to undo the caliper bleed nut be for pushing the brake piston back to install new pads. If I do should I clamp the brake hose leading to the caliper before undoing the bleed nut. Any advise would be appreciated.
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26-05-2012, 06:48 PM | #2 | ||
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No need to touch the bleed nipple at all. You only touch this if you're flushing/changing fluid, but of course you'd do this after the pad change.
You just push the pistons back in with a g-clamp. Use one of the old pads so you don't wreck anything. Too easy! GK
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26-05-2012, 06:51 PM | #3 | ||
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Undo your caliper from one end of the slides, then tilt it up, use G clamp 2 compress the piston. don't touch line or bleeder nipple.
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26-05-2012, 07:17 PM | #4 | ||
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If in doubt watch some youtubes, if still in doubt get a professional to do it.
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26-05-2012, 10:01 PM | #5 | ||
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Thanks for the advice.
Cheers |
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