Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, Ceramic Brakes, 1LN/1LW: Removing
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-- Remove the affected brake caliper. Refer to BRAKE CALIPER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, CERAMIC BRAKES, 1LN/1LW .
-- Remove the brake pad wear sensor. Refer to BRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR WIRE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, CERAMIC BRAKES, 1LN/1LW .
NOTE:
Label the brake pads when removing if they are going to be used again. Install in the same position, otherwise the braking effect will be uneven.
-- Remove the brake pads -1 and 2- in succession from the guide pins -arrows-.
-- If the brakes pads are replaced, then the brake pad springs and guide pins must also be replaced. Pry the brake pad springs -1 and 2- out of the brake caliper with a screwdriver -arrows-.
-- Remove the guide pins for the brake pads.