Front
Exploded View Of Front Brake Assembly:
CAUTION:
^ When cylinder body is open, do not depress brake pedal or piston will pop out.
^ Be careful not to damage piston boot or get oil on rotor.
^ Always replace shims when replacing pads.
^ If shims are rusted or show peeling of the rubber coating, replace them with new shims.
REMOVAL
WARNING: Clean brake pads with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne particles or other materials.
1. Remove master cylinder reservoir cap.
Caliper Lower Pin Bolt:
Torque Member And Fixing Bolt Removal:
2. Remove lower pin bolt. It is not necessary to remove connecting bolt except for disassembly or replacement of caliper assembly.
3. Rotate caliper body upward and suspend caliper assembly with wire so as not to stretch brake hose.
Pad Assembly:
4. Then remove pad retainers, return spring and inner shim and cover (if equipped) and outer shim.
5. Standard pad thickness is 11.0 mm (0.44 inches)
6. Pad wear limit is 2.0 mm (0.079 inches)
^ Carefully monitor brake fluid level because brake fluid will return to reservoir when pushing back piston.
INSTALLATION
1. Reverse procedure to install caliper assembly.
2. Install and secure all bolts.