Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing, Six-Piston Ceramic Brake: Removing

-- Remove the front wheel, while observing the safety precautions for ceramic brakes. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .

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

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

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

-- Hang the brake caliper using a suitable wire.