Front Brake Pad: Removal

Loosen wheel nuts, jack-up vehicle, support it with safety stands, and remove wheel.
Remove bottom bolt.
Raise caliper body and suspend it securely.
NOTE: Do not disconnect brake hose from caliper body.
Remove pad.

Fig 1: Removing Pad
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NOTE:
If brake pad is difficult to remove, proceed as follows:
1. Remove caliper body and fasten it provisionally to coil spring.
2. Remove support.
3. Place a support in a vise between wooden blocks.
  
  Fig 2: Placing Support In Vise Between Wooden Blocks
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4. Attach a rod of less than 12 mm (0.47 in) dia. to the shaded area of brake pad, and strike the rod with a hammer to drive brake pad out of place.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Area Of Brake Pad For Attaching Rod
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