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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View of Caliper Assembly Retaining Frame
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    NOTE: Refer to Brake Caliper Notice .
  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. To maintain wheel balance, mark the relative positions of the wheel and the hub, and remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    3. IMPORTANT: It is not necessary to remove the caliper to service the brake shoes.
  3. Remove the lower bolt of the caliper assembly retaining frame.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads
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  4. Pull the caliper piston housing up.
    5. CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
  5. Remove the brake pads.
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