Brake Caliper, Brake 1LA/1LJ/1ZB/1ZT, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Remove affected front wheel, refer to WHEEL, CHANGING AND MOUNTING .

-- Free up the brake hose on the bracket -4-.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Electrical Connector -2-, Arrows -A- And -B-

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-- Release the electrical wire from the bracket -2- toward the left -A- and remove.

-- Remove the bolts -1- from the brake carrier.

CAUTION:

The four retaining pins for the brake pads on the brake carrier must not be loosened under any circumstances.

NOTE:

Pushing the brake pads slightly back with pliers makes it easier to remove the brake caliper from the brake rotor. To avoid damaging the brake caliper, place a piece of rubber or similar material -2- between the brake caliper. Do not damage the existing brake pad wear indicator cable when doing this.

Fig 2: Pushing Brake Pads Slightly Back From Rotor With Pliers

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-- Remove the brake caliper with brake pads and the brake carrier.

CAUTION:

Do not let the brake caliper with the brake carrier hang on the brake hose. Do not support the weight with the brake hose.
Replace the brake hose if damaged.
Do not press the brake pedal when the caliper is removed.