Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, Single-Piston Brake 1ZD: Removing

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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. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING .

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- for the brake pad wear indicator contact from the right brake caliper.

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CAUTION:

There is a risk of injury because the spring is tensioned.

The spring can jump out and cause eye or skin injury.

- Hold the spring with a hand.

-- Pry out the spring -2- using a screwdriver -3- out of the springs -arrow B- on the brake caliper -1- -arrow A- and remove.

-- Remove the guide pins -arrows- and remove the brake caliper.

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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.

-- Remove the brake pads and brake pad retaining plates -1 and 2-.

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