Front Brake Pads: Removing

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-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Remove the wheels.

NOTE:

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

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

Fig 1: Freeing Up Electrical Connector

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

WARNING:

The four retaining pins for the brake pads -9- in the brake caliper must not be loosened under any circumstances.

Fig 2: Identifying Brake System Components

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-- Press the retaining spring -8- in the center.

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.

-- Disconnect the left front brake pad wear indicator connector.

NOTE:

Only the inner brake pad in the left front brake caliper has a brake pad wear indicator.

-- Loosen and remove both guide pin bolts -4- from the brake caliper.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake System Components

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CAUTION:

Never remove bolts -6 and 9-

-- Pull both guide pins out of the brake caliper slightly to make it easier to remove the 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 brake pads from brake caliper housing or from brake carrier.

WARNING:

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