Detach EMF actuator

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NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Preliminary work

Refer to PREPARING THE REMOVAL OF THE EMF ACTUATOR .

Disconnect plug connection (1).
Detach the brake hose (2) from the holder.
Release screws (3) and remove the holder (4).

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Remove the EMF actuator (1) in the direction of the arrow from the brake caliper.

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