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Removal (Sliding Caliper)

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  1. Remove two-thirds of brake fluid from master cylinder. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel. Using "C" clamp or large pliers, compress caliper piston until it bottoms in its bore.
  2. Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Remove caliper support key bolt. See Figure. Using hammer and brass punch, drive out caliper support key and spring. Remove caliper. Remove inner and outer pads.