FRONT BRAKE REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • 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

    Note

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

  3. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD


    1. A00XIGAE04
      Text in Illustration
      *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. A00XFUC

      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. A00XDID

      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. A00XC6C

      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. A00XIOR

      Remove the 2 bolts and disc brake cylinder assembly.

  5. REMOVE FRONT DISC


    1. A00XEC4E01
      Text in Illustration
      *1 Matchmark

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

    2. Remove the front disc.