Front Brake Pads & Caliper: Removal
NOTE:
If removing pads only, rotate caliper upward on guide pin. After replacing pads, apply service brake until pads are seated against rotor.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel. Disconnect brake hose from caliper and plug openings (if necessary). Remove lock pin and guide pin. Remove caliper from caliper support. DO NOT damage pin boots. See Figure .
- Remove pads. Remove and discard pad clips. Remove pin boots. Check condition of lock pin, guide pin, pin boots and piston boot. Replace if damaged, deteriorated or corroded. DO NOT try to polish corrosion from pins.