Removal & Installation (Millenia, MPV & 626)

1. Raise and support front of vehicle. Remove front wheel assemblies. Remove lower lock pin/guide bolt. See Fig 1, Fig 2 or Fig 3. Pivot caliper upward and support using rope.
2. Remove pads, shims, guide plates or pad guides and "V" springs or "M" springs (if equipped). Replace pad if lining thickness is less than specified. See MINIMUM PAD LINING SPECIFICATIONS (FRONT)  table.
3. To install, reverse removal procedure. Use Disc Brake Expander (49-0221-600C) and an old pad to push piston fully inward to install disc pads.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Disc Brake Assembly (MPV)

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Fig 2: Exploded View Of Front Brake Disc Assembly (626)

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Fig 3: Exploded View Of Front Disc Brake Assembly (Millenia)

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