Front Brake Disc, FN-3: Removing

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-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Remove the wheels.

-- Remove the front brake pads, refer to FRONT BRAKE PADS, FN-3 .

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.

WARNING:

Do not press the brake pedal when the caliper is removed.

-- Remove the bolts -5- on the front brake carrier.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Brake Components (FN-3)

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-- Remove the front brake carrier.

-- Remove the securing bolt -arrow- on the brake disc while holding the disc firmly.

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Disc Secure Bolt

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-- Remove the brake rotor.

NOTE:

When removing the brake rotor from the wheel hub, do not tilt the disc.