Removal

For additional information see Removal Notes. Fundamentals and Basics

Fig. 2 Bottoming position in bore:

1. Siphon two-thirds of brake fluid from master cylinder reservoir serving front disc brakes.
2. Raise vehicle, support on jack stands and remove front wheels.
3. Bottom the caliper piston in bore. Insert a screwdriver between inboard pad and piston, then pry piston back into bore. The piston can also be bottomed in the bore with a large C-clamp, Fig. 2.

Fig. 3 Removing caliper support key:

4. Remove support key retaining screw.
5. Drive caliper support key and spring from steering knuckle with a suitable drift and hammer, Fig. 3.

Removing Caliper From Disc:

6. Lift caliper from anchor plate and off rotor, Fig. 4. Hang caliper from coil spring with wire. Do not allow caliper to hang from brake hose.
7. Remove inboard brake pad from steering knuckle, then the anti-rattle spring from the brake pad.
8. Remove outboard brake pad from caliper. It may be necessary to loosen the brake pad with a hammer to permit pad removal.