QUADRIFOGLIO - Carbon Ceramic: Removal
NOTE:
Removal process is the same for both sides of the vehicle.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Open the brake fluid reservoir and check the fluid level.NOTE:
The piston retraction operations described here below increase the brake fluid level in the reservoir. Make sure the fluid level does not cause leakage.
- Disconnect the brake pad wear sensor wire harness electrical connection (1) and release the electrical connection from the retaining bracket.
- Using a suitable tool, retract and remove the brake caliper pins (1).
- Remove the brake caliper retaining clip (2).
- Remove the bolt (1a) and remove the tensioner (1b).NOTE:
Piston retraction must be such so allow extracting the worn pads and then inserting the new ones.
- Retract the pistons from the brake caliper using a retractor or other suitable tool pressing on the worn pads.
- Remove the brake pads (1a) together with the pad wear indicator wiring (1b).
- If the pads are stuck to the pistons, use a suitable tool to extract the pads from the caliper. Be careful not to damage the pistons and the dust boots.NOTE:
Do not use products which could damage rubber.
- Carefully clean the pad seat area using suitable materials and products (e.g. a moist cloth).
- Check that there is no damage to the pistons or the dust boots.



