Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, Brake Caliper FS III: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Label the brake pads when removing if they are going to be used again

Install in the same position, otherwise the braking effect will be uneven.

Do not open the brake hydraulic system when removing!

-- Loosen the wheel bolts.

-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Remove the wheel.

Vehicles with Brake Pad Wear Indicator

Fig 1: Brake Pad Wear Indicator Connector

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-- Disconnect the connector -1- for the brake pad wear indicator.

Continuation for All Vehicles

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Connection

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-- Remove the caps -arrows-.

-- Loosen both guide pins -arrows- and remove them from the brake caliper -1-.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Calipers

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-- Remove brake caliper -1- and secure with wire so that the weight of the brake caliper does not stress or damage the brake hose.

-- Remove brake pads from brake caliper.

Cleaning:

WARNING:

Do not blow the brake system using compressed air, the dust produced is harmful to health!

-- Thoroughly clean the contact surface for the brake pads on the brake carrier and remove any corrosion.

Only use mineral spirits to clean the brake caliper