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Rear Brake Caliper: Removal

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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure , refer to SAFETY WARNINGS . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.
NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
NOTE: 352 mm (14 in) brakes shown in illustration, 325 mm (13 in) brakes similar.
  1. Release the parking brake cable tension. For additional information, REFER to PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM - PARKING BRAKE & ACTUATION .
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  3. Remove the brake flexible hose. For additional information, refer to BRAKE FLEXIBLE HOSE  .
  4. NOTE: When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed to prevent brake noise and shudder. The brake pads are one-time-use only.

    Remove and discard the brake pads. For additional information, refer to BRAKE PADS  .

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