Removal (Front)
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- Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
- 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.
- 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.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
- Compress the brake caliper pistons. See Fig 1.
- Install a large C-clamp over the top of the caliper housing and against the back of the outboard pad.
- Slowly tighten the C-clamp until the pistons are pushed completely into the caliper bores.
- Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.
- Clean all dirt and foreign material from the brake hose end.NOTE: Install a rubber cap or plug to the exposed brake pipe fitting end to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination. See Fig 2.
- Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper.
- Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper housing or the brake hose end.
- Remove the brake hose from the caliper.
- Remove 2 brake caliper mounting bolts. See Fig 3.WARNING: Do not depress the brake pedal with the brake rotors/calipers and/or the brake drums removed. Damage to the brake system may result. If brake system damage occurs and is not repaired, vehicle damage and/or personal injury or death may result.
- Remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper mounting bracket.