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.
- Inspect the caliper operation. See HYDRAULIC BRAKE COMPONENT OPERATION VISUAL INSPECTION under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.
- Remove the caliper from the mounting bracket and support the caliper with heavy mechanic's wire or equivalent. DO NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper. See BRAKE CALIPER .
- Remove the brake pads from the caliper mounting bracket.
- Remove and discard the anti-rattle clips from the brake caliper mounting bracket.
- Inspect the caliper and mounting bracket. See BRAKE CALIPER INSPECTION under ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION.