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Front Disc Brake Assembly: Removal

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CAUTION:
  • Do not allow brake fluid to come in contact with the painted surface of the vehicle body. If it does, wash off with water and wipe away completely.
  • Prepare a container to catch grease or oil, etc. If any grease or oil spills, wipe it off and clean immediately to prevent from penetrating into floor or flowing outside.
  1. Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the front wheels.
  2. Remove the pad clip.
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  3. Remove the union bolt and brake hose front.
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  4. Remove the cap (a) and guide pin front brake (b), and remove the caliper body.

    Preparation tool: 

    Hexagon wrench: 11 mm (0.43 in)

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  5. Remove the pad COMPL.
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  6. Remove the mounting bolts, and then remove the support front disc brake.
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