Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing, Four-Piston Brake: Removing

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

-- Disconnect the connector -1- for the brake pad wear indicator.

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-- Release the connector -2- for the brake pad wear indicator from its bracket in direction of -arrow A- while turning it 90° at the same time in direction of -arrow B-.

-- Free up the brake hose -4- on the bracket by removing the clamp -3- -arrow-.

TIP:

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For easier removal of the brake caliper from the brake rotor, push the brake pad -3- back slightly with suitable pliers -1- as shown (example image).
To prevent damage to the paint coat on the brake caliper, place a piece of rubber -2- between the pliers and brake caliper.

-- Remove brake caliper bolts -1-.

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts

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-- Remove the brake caliper.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the brake hose due to the weight of the brake caliper.

- Never let the brake caliper hang on the brake hose.

-- Hang the brake caliper using a suitable wire.

CAUTION:

There is a risk of damaging the brake caliper piston if handled incorrectly.

- Never activate the brakes if the brake caliper is removed.