Protective Cap And Guide Pins, FBC Brakes: Removing

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NOTE:

When removing, mark brake pads that will be used again. Install in the same position, otherwise braking effect will be uneven!

-- Press the retaining spring -7- in the center.

Fig 1: Brake Caliper Exploded View

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NOTE:

The spring is tensioned, keep hands protected.

When removing the spring, make sure it does not scratch the brake caliper or damage the paint.

-- Remove the retaining spring carefully.

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

-- 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 -2- on the outside from the groove on the guide pin.

Fig 2: Brake Caliper Exploded View

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-- Pull the guide pin -3- outward out of the protective cap.

-- Remove the protective cap from the brake caliper.