Brake pad

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Remove the wheel & tire (A).
Tightening Torque:

88.2. - 107.8 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 - 79.5 lb.ft)

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CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
Remove the brake hose bracket bolt (A).

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Loosen the guide rod bolt (B) and pivot the caliper (A) up out of the way.

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Remove the return spring (A) and brake pad (B).

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NOTE:

Pad return springs must be replaced with new ones whenever pads are replaced.
Technicians should be careful not to deform pad return springs.
When pad return springs are deformed, it may cause improper braking, more fuel consumption.