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Front

Brake Disc

Removal

NOTE: The brake lining is engineered to machine the brake disc surface during vehicle usage. It should not be necessary to machine the brake disc when replacing the brake pads.

1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the wheel.





3. Detach the outer brake pad retaining clip.





4. Detach the brake hose from the support bracket.





5. NOTE: Pull the caliper outwards to release the piston.

Detach the caliper.
1 Remove the bolt covers.
2 Remove the bolts.





6. CAUTION: Suspend the caliper to prevent load being placed on the brake hose.

Support the brake caliper.





7. Remove the brake disc.

Installation








1. NOTE: Make sure the brake disc faces are clean before installation.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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