FRONT BRAKE REMOVAL

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL

  2. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID

    Note

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

  3. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD


    1. A01XM20E09
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      *1 Hole Pin
      *2 Pin Hold Clip
      *3 Anti-rattle Spring

      Remove the pin hold clip.

      Note

      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.

    2. Remove the 2 hole pins.

    3. A01XCA7

      Remove the front disc brake anti-rattle spring.

      Note

      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.

    4. A01XJR3

      Remove the 2 front disc brake pads from the disc brake cylinder.

    5. Remove the front No. 1 anti-squeal shims from each pad.

  4. REMOVE DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01XJP6

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

      Tech Tips

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

    2. A01XHZ0

      Remove the 2 bolts and disc brake cylinder assembly.

  5. REMOVE FRONT DISC


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      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

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

    2. Remove the front disc.