Removal (Front)
- Remove brake master cylinder filler cap. Check brake fluid level in brake master cylinder reservoir. Remove fluid until brake master cylinder reservoir is half full.
- Raise and support the vehicle.
- Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove the disc brake caliper.
- Remove two front disc brake caliper bolts. See Figure .
- Lift the disc brake caliper off the front disc brake caliper anchor plate.
- Remove the disc brake pad anti-rattle clip. See Figure .
- Measure the brake disc thickness.
- Inspect the disc brake caliper. If leaks or damaged boots are found, disassembly is required.
- Remove the pads and stainless steel slippers. See Figure
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- Remove the pads and verify thickness.
- Remove the disc brake caliper anchor plate stainless steel slippers and discard.
- Inspect the disc brake anchor plate assembly. Check the guide pin boots for damage. Check the guide pins for binding and damage. Replace worn or damaged pins.
CAUTION:
Do not pry in caliper sight hole to retract pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots. When removing the disc brake caliper, never allow it to hang from the brake hose. Provide a suitable support.
