Removing Front Brake CALLIPER
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NOTE:
Removal of brake calliper
- Paint defects on brake calliper
→ Proceed with care when setting back the brake pads.
→ Protect the paintwork on the brake calliper from damage using a suitable cloth.
Information
- The core of the warning contact line must not be left exposed! Worn insulation will result in malfunctions.
- If necessary, remove a little brake fluid from the reservoir by suction in order to prevent an overflow when the disc brake pads are pushed back!
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- For easier access, turn the steering fully to the left or right!
- Release and disconnect electric plug connection for brake pad wear indicator -1-
.
Electric plug connection for brake pad wear indicator
- Unscrew screws -4-
and loosen brake line holder -5-
from the wheel bearing housing.
Loosening brake line holder
- Press the brake pedal and clamp it using a pedal support.
- Loosen union nut -1-
and remove brake line -2-
from the brake calliper. Collect brake fluid in a suitable container.
Brake line mounting on brake calliper
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Use >T10439 - assembly pins > Assembly pin for brake calliper Assembly pin for brake calliper to make it easier to remove/install the brake calliper.
Assembly pin for brake calliper
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- Do not use an impact bolter.
- Unscrew screws -1-
and remove front brake calliper -2-
from the wheel bearing housing.
Mounting for front brake calliper