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

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.

-- Remove the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, BRAKE CALIPER FS III .

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

-- Remove the bolt -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying Brake Rotor

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-- Remove the brake rotor -1-.

Cleaning: 

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

-- Clean the brake rotor.

Only use Mineral Spirits for Cleaning the Brakes