Front Disc Brake Caliper

FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER




1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Drain a small amount of fluid from the master cylinder brake reservoir with a clean suction gun.
4. Disconnect the brake pad wear indicator harness connector.




5. Remove brake pad wear indicator (1) from caliper (2) by removing the retaining bolt.
6. Bottom the caliper piston into the caliper by prying the caliper over.




7. Remove the caliper support spring (2) by prying the spring out of the caliper (1).




8. Remove the caliper slide pin caps (3) and slide pins (2) from the caliper (1).




9. Remove the caliper (1) from the mounting bracket (2).





CAUTION: DO NOT spill the brake fluid on any painted surfaces. Brake fluid can damage paint.

10. Remove the brake hose (4) from the caliper (3).




11. Remove the inboard and outboard brake pads (2 and 3) from the caliper (1).
12. Disassemble the caliper to clean and inspect for wear and damage.