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Rear Brake Pads: Removal

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WARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
CAUTION: Do not allow the brake fluid to come in contact with the adhesive backing on the brake pads. If brake fluid is spilled onto the brake pads, new pads must be installed.
CAUTION: Use only specified brake parts cleaner. Use of other cleaners may leave a residue on the brake caliper preventing the brake pads adhesive surface from bonding with the brake caliper.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Check the brake fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir.
    • If required, remove fluid until the brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
  3. Remove the brake caliper bolts.
    4. CAUTION: Do not use the brake caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.
    CAUTION: Do not allow the caliper to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.
    CAUTION: Care must be taken when servicing rear brake components without disconnecting the parking brake cable from the brake caliper lever. Carefully position the caliper aside using a suitable support or damage to the parking brake cable end fittings can occur.
  4. Using hand force and a rocking motion, separate the brake caliper from the anchor plate. Position the brake caliper aside.
    • Support the caliper with mechanic's wire.
    5. CAUTION: When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed. The brake pads are one-time use only.
  5. Remove and discard the brake pads and spring clips from the brake caliper anchor plate.
    6. NOTE: Do not remove the anchor plate guide pins. The guide pins are press fit to the brake caliper anchor plate. If the guide pins are damaged a new anchor plate must be installed.
  6. Inspect the brake caliper anchor plate assembly.
    • Check the guide pins and boots for binding or damage.
    • Install a new brake caliper anchor plate if it is worn or damaged.
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