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Removal








BRAKE: FRONT BRAKE:

REMOVAL

HINT:
- Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
- The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
2. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD KIT





(a) Remove the pin hold clip.

NOTE: The pin hold clip can be used again if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off.

(b) Remove the hole pins.





(c) Remove the front disc brake anti-rattle spring.

NOTE: The anti-rattle spring can be used again if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation, cracks or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off.





(d) Remove the 2 pads from the disc brake caliper.
(e) Remove the No. 1 and No. 2 anti-squeal shims from each pad.
3. DISCONNECT NO. 7 FRONT BRAKE TUBE





(a) Using a union nut wrench, disconnect the front brake tube from the disc brake caliper.
4. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID

NOTE: Wash brake fluid off immediately if it is spilled on any painted surface.

5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH





(a) Remove the 2 bolts and disc brake caliper from the knuckle.
6. REMOVE FRONT DISC





(a) Put matchmarks on the front disc and the axle hub if planning to reuse the disc.
(b) Remove the front disc.