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Front Brake Pad

  1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.

    Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

  2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).
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  3. Loosen the mounting bolt (A) and then remove the brake hose bracket from the strut assembly.

    Tightening torque: 

    8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb-ft)

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  4. Up the brake caliper body (A) by loosening the guided rod bolt.
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  5. Remove the brake pad (A).
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  6. Replace the pad retainer (A) with a new one.
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  7. Replace the brake pad (A) with a new one.
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    NOTE:
    • When installing, use a new one return spring (A), pad retainer (B), inner shim (C).
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    • Note the direction when replacing the pad retainer and inner pad core.
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  8. Use a SST (09581-11000) when installing the brake caliper assembly.
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  9. Install the caliper body (A) then tighten the guide rod bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    21.6 - 31.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.1 lb-ft)

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  10. Install the front wheel and tire (A).
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when installing the front wheel and tire (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    107.8 - 127.4 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.5 - 94.0 lb-ft)

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