Removal

BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: REMOVAL

HINT
* Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
* The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

2. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID

NOTICE:
Wash brake fluid off immediately if it is spilled on any painted surface.

3. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD

(a) Remove the pin hold clip.





NOTICE:
The pin hold clip can be reused if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign matter cleaned off.

(b) Remove the 2 hole pins.

(c) Remove the front disc brake anti-rattle spring.





NOTICE:
The anti-rattle spring can be reused if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation, cracks or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign matter cleaned off.

(d) Remove the 2 pads from the disc brake caliper.





(e) Remove the No. 1 anti-squeal shims from the pads.

4. DISCONNECT FRONT FLEXIBLE HOSE

(a) Remove the union bolt and gasket, and then disconnect the flexible hose.





5. REMOVE DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Remove the 2 bolts and disc brake caliper from the knuckle.





6. REMOVE FRONT DISC

(a) Place matchmarks on the front disc and axle hub if planning to reuse the disc.





(b) Remove the front disc.