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Removal Procedure

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  1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
  2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
  3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
  4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Using a brake pad spreader, apply pressure to the brake pads until the caliper pistons are compressed into the caliper bores.
    7. Fig 1: Identifying Brake Hose Fitting & Gaskets
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  7. Remove the brake hose fitting bolt (1).
  8. Remove the brake hose fitting gaskets (2) from the brake hose (3).

    Discard the brake hose fitting gaskets.

  9. Cap the brake hose fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
    10. Fig 2: Locating Brake Caliper-To-Knuckle Mounting Bolts
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  10. Remove the brake caliper bolts (1).
  11. Remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper bracket.
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