Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, Six-Piston Ceramic Brake: Removing
- 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 affected front wheel, while observing the safety precautions for vehicles equipped with ceramic brakes. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
-- Disengage balance springs -2-, by using the : T40207 to push downward in direction of -arrow- and disengage on the brake pad pin -3-.
-- Disengage and remove the balance springs from the brake pads -1-.
-- Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor connector -1-.
-- Open the protective cap -2-, free up the wire and unclip at the brake caliper and the brake pad spring -arrows-.
TIP:
- Pushing back on the brake pads lightly with suitable pliers -1- makes it easier to remove the brake pads -2- from the brake caliper.
- To prevent damage to the paint coat on the brake caliper, place a piece of rubber between the pliers and brake caliper.
-- Remove the bolt -3-.
There is a risk of injury by the tensioned brake pad spring jumping out.
- Use a hand to press down on the brake pad spring when removing the brake pad pin.
-- Press down the brake pad spring -2- -arrows-, then remove the brake pad pin -1- from the brake caliper.
-- Remove the brake pad spring.
-- Remove the brake pads -1 and 2- from the brake caliper.
TIP:
For brake pads that are being reused, pay attention to the brake pad wear sensor -3-.