Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, Six-Piston Ceramic Brake: 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, while observing the safety precautions for vehicles equipped with ceramic brakes. Refer to WHEEL, CHANGING .

-- Disengage balance springs -2-, by using the Hook Tool:T40207 to push downward -arrow- and disengage on the brake pad pin -3-.

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-- Disengage and remove the balance springs from the brake pads -1-.

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

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-- Open the protective cap -2-, free up the wire and unclip at the brake caliper and the brake pad spring -arrows-.

TIP:

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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-.

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CAUTION:

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.

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TIP:

For brake pads that are being reused, pay attention to the brake pad wear sensor -3-.