Rear Brakes Guide Pins And Protective Caps: Removing

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-- Remove the bolts -1- on the brake caliper.

Fig 1: Brake Caliper, Servicing Overview

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-- Remove the brake caliper.

NOTE:

Do not let the brake caliper hang from the brake hose. Secure it to the body with suitable cable ties or wire. Do not support the weight with the brake hose.

-- Remove the protective cap -9- from the nut on the brake carrier.

Fig 2: Brake Caliper, Servicing Overview

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-- Remove the guide pins -8- from the brake carrier.

-- Remove the protective cap from the guide pin.