Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing, Steel Brakes, 1LM/1LX: Removing

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CAUTION:

Risk of malfunction.

Do not loosen the bolts -arrows- on the brake caliper.

-- Remove the affected front wheel. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

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-- Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor connector -1-.

-- Release the connector -2- to the brake pad wear sensor from its bracket -arrow A- while turning it 90° at the same time -arrow B-.

-- Free up the brake hose -3- on the bracket.

NOTE:

For easier removal of the brake caliper from the brake rotor, push the brake pads -3- back lightly with pliers -1-. To prevent damage to the paint coat on the brake caliper, place a piece of rubber -2- between the pliers and brake caliper.

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-- Unscrew the bolts -1- and carefully remove the brake caliper with the brake pads from the brake rotor.

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CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the brake hose.

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.

There is a risk of damaging the brake caliper piston.

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

-- Hang the brake caliper on the body using a suitable wire.