Removal

BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: REMOVAL

HINT
* Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
* The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

2. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID

NOTICE:
Wash off the brake fluid immediately if it comes into contact with a painted surface.

3. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD

(a) Remove the pin hold clip.





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NOTICE:
The pin hold clip can be reused if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign matter cleaned off.

(b) Remove the 2 hole pins.

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





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

(d) Remove the 2 front disc brake pads from the disc brake cylinder.





(e) Remove the front No. 1 anti-squeal shims from each pad.

4. REMOVE DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH

(a) Using a union nut wrench, disconnect the brake tube from the disc brake cylinder assembly.





HINT
Use a container to catch brake fluid as it drains out.

(b) Remove the 2 bolts and disc brake cylinder assembly.





5. REMOVE FRONT DISC

(a) Place matchmarks on the disc and axle hub if planning to reuse the disc.





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(b) Remove the front disc.