Repair Procedures: Removal

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Disconnect the brake fluid level switch connector, and remove the reservoir cap.
Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.
CAUTION: Do Not spill brake fluid on the vehicle, it may damage the paint; if brake fluid does contact the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
Remove the wheel & tire.
Disconnect the brake tube by loosening the tube flare nut (B).
Tightening Torque:

12.7 - 16.7 N.m (1.3 - 1.7 kgf.m, 9.4 - 12.3 lb.ft)

Front

Fig 1: Locating Brake Hose Clip And Tube Flare Nut - Front
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Rear

Fig 2: Locating Brake Hose Clip And Tube Flare Nut - Rear
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Remove the brake hose clip (A).
Disconnect the brake hose from the brake caliper by loosening the bolt (A).
Tightening Torque:

24.5 - 29.4 N.m (2.5 - 3.0 kgf.m, 18.1 - 21.7 lb.ft)

Front

Fig 3: Locating Brake Caliper Bolt - Front
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Rear

Fig 4: Locating Brake Caliper Bolt - Rear
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