Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, Brake 1LV And 1ZK, Sq5: 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.

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

-- Disconnect the connector for the brake pad wear display -arrow-.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Brake Wear Indicator Connector

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-- Release the connector from the mount while turning it 90° at the same time.

Fig 2: Releasing Connector From Mount

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-- Remove the connector from the bracket.

-- Unhook brake line from retainer

Fig 3: Unhooking Brake Line From Retainer

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Fig 4: Overview Of Front Brakes (1LV, 1ZK, And SQ5)

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-- Remove the screw -8- for the balance spring and cover.

NOTE:

Spring is tensioned, protect with a glove or cloth.

-- Remove the balance spring -10- and cover -9-.

-- Remove the caps -17-.

NOTE:

Remove the guide pin -16- and the 9 mm Allen Screw Socket - XZN 9T50036.

-- Remove the guide pin -16- from the brake caliper.

-- Carefully remove the brake caliper -7- with brake pads from the brake rotor.

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.

-- Remove the outer brake pad from the brake caliper.

-- Remove the inner brake pad and the wire for the brake pad wear display from the brake caliper. When doing this, push the wire through the brake caliper.