Front Brake Pad Removal & Installation: Removal

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Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.

• Avoid breathing dust particles.
• Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.

• 1. Brake Fluid - Remove

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  1. Pull out the hood rear seal, then remove the master cylinder maintenance cover (A)

  2. Remove the reservoir cap (B)

  3. Remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir with a syringe.

• 2. Vehicle - Lift
• 3. Front Wheels - Remove
• 4. Brake Pad - Remove

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  1. Remove the flange bolt (A) while holding respective caliper pin (B) with a wrench.

  NOTE:  Be careful not to damage the pin boot

  2. Pivot the caliper body (C) up out of the way.

  NOTE: 

  • Be careful when pivoting the caliper body up or the spring could pop out of position.
  • Check the hose and the pin boots for damage and deterioration.

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  3. Remove the pad return springs (A).

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  4. Remove the pad shims (A) and the brake pads (B).

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  5. Remove the pad retainers (A). NOTE:  The upper and lower pad retainers are different. During installation, make sure the pad retainers are in the proper positions KA (2WD), KC (2WD) 6. Clean the caliper bracket (B) thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks 7. Verify that the caliper pins (C) move in and out smoothly. Clean and lube if needed.

• 5. Brake Disc - Inspect