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Home >> Saab >> 2003 >> 9-3 Vector, Standard >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Brakes >> Mechanical - Hydraulic >> Hydraulic Brake System - FOOTBRAKE System (Late; 9440) >> Adjustment - Replacement >> Brake pads, front, level 1 and 2 >> To remove

To remove

  1. Raise the car.
  2. Remove the wheel.
  3. Remove the retaining spring from the brake caliper.
    Fig 1: Illustration For Step 3
    G03619298Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Press in the piston by prying with a screwdriver against the brake pad.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Step 4
    G03619299Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the protective covers and guide pins.

    Lift off the hydraulic body.

    NOTE: Be careful when handling the brake hose.
  6. Remove the inner brake pad from the caliper and the outer brake pad from the bracket.

    Clean the inside of the brake caliper and check the dust covers.