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Old 06-01-10, 06:58 AM
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hi guys,i was changing my brake pads on rx330, i notised the the cylinder boots on the rear brake calipers are folded in place as if you put bigger boot in a smaller space.is that normal thank you
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The boot around the piston has bellows like structure and it is flexible to allow movement and as the pads wear down can stay expanded. As long as they are not ripped/torn/damaged, I would leave them alone.

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yes, it is normal
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Thank you guys
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