Brake Disc: Removal
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- Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel(s).
- If necessary, remove and clean disc linings. See DISC LINING .
- Remove caliper mounting bolts and raise caliper off mounting assembly and suspend from vehicle with wire.
- Unscrew bolts and take off brake disc. See Fig 1.
NOTE:
Brake hose remains connected.
CAUTION:
To release brake disc, do not strike friction ring with a hammer or similar. If necessary, carefully tap on base of brake disc chamber with a rubber mallet.