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Replacing Front Brake Caliper



Note: After completing this operation, bleed the brake system, refer. Remove wheels





Apply pedal prop and depress brake pedal slightly. This prevents brake fluid from escaping from expansion tank after brake pipes have been disconnected (which would enable air to enter braking system).
Disconnect brake pipe from connection with brake hose.
Left: Remove connector for wear indicator.

Installation:
Tighten brake hose on brake caliper.
Set steering to straight-ahead setting.
Screw brake hose to brake line, ensuring that brake hose is not twisted.
Brake hose couplings
M10x1 18 ± 1 Nm
M12x1 18 ± 1 Nm






Unscrew bolts (1) and remove brake caliper.
Installation:
Front Wheel Brakes
Brake Disc to Wheel Hub 16 Nm
Note:Contact surfaces between brake disc and wheel hub cleaned and free of grease.