Brake Pads, Removing And Installing: Removing

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CAUTION:

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.

-- Remove the wheels.

-- Disconnect the brake pad wear indicator connector.

The brake pad wear indicator is installed on the front right side.

-- Counterhold the guide pin and remove both bolts from the brake caliper.

Fig 1: Installing Brake Caliper

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

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pads

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-- Remove the brake pads -2 and 3- from the brake carrier -4-.

Cleaning:

CAUTION:

Health risk due to toxic dust from the brake system.

Irreversible deposit of dust particles in the lungs. Breathing impairments may occur.

- Never blow out the brake system with compressed air.

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

-- Clean the brake caliper.

CAUTION:

Use only mineral spirits to clean the brake caliper.