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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 >> Front brake disc >> To remove

To remove

  1. Raise the car and remove the wheel.
  2. Press in the piston.
    • Level 1 and 2:  Press in the brake pad by prying with a screwdriver.
      Fig 1: Illustration For Step 2-3
      G03619323Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
    • Level 3:  Pry between the brake disc and the brake caliper using a screwdriver.
      Fig 2: Illustration For Step 2-3
      G03619324Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the two brake caliper retaining bolts.
    NOTE: Make sure the cable to the wheel sensor is not damaged.
  4. Suspend the brake caliper from the spring strut.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 4-5
    G03619325Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the brake disc locking screw.
  6. Lift off the brake disc.