Removal & Installation (GS 300 & GS 430)

1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove front wheels. Disconnect flexible hose from caliper. Use a container to catch brake fluid as it drains out. Remove union bolt and 2 gaskets from caliper. See Fig 1.
2. Hold sliding pin and remove 2 caliper installation bolts. Remove caliper from torque plate. Remove pads, anti-squeal shims and support plates.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten installation bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
4. Install flexible hose lock securely in lock hole in caliper.
5. Fill brake reservoir with brake fluid and bleed brake system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .
6. Check system for leaks.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Disc Brake Assembly (GS 300 & GS 430)

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