QUADRIFOGLIO - Carbon Ceramic: Removal
NOTE:
The rear brake caliper removal process is the same for both sides of the vehicle.
NOTE:
When replacing the rear brake caliper, connect the scan tool to the vehicle and select "ABS" and start the "Brembo® internal counters reset" procedure.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Using a brake pedal holding tool, depress the brake pedal past its first 25 mm (1 inch) of travel and hold it in this position.NOTE:
This will isolate the master cylinder from the brake hydraulic system and will not allow the brake fluid to drain out of the master cylinder reservoir when the lines are opened.
- Remove the brake hose (1a), and remove the retaining clip (1b) and disconnect the brake hose (1c) from the bracket.
- Loosen and remove the brake hose (1b) from the brake caliper.
- Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor electrical connector (1).
- Remove the brake caliper bolts (2a) and remove the rear brake caliper (2b) and brake pads together.
- Cut and remove the zip tie (1a) and release the connector (1b) from the support bracket.
- Using a suitable punch (1), remove the brake pad retaining pins.
- Release the anti-rattle spring (2a) and remove it with the brake pads (2b).
NOTE:
The anti-rattle spring must be replaced when servicing the brake pads.