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Disc Removal and Installation, Front

Brake Disc








Removal

1. CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly to hang from the brake hose or damage to the hose can occur.

Remove the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly aside.
^ Support the caliper, brake pads and anchor plate assembly using mechanic's wire.

2. NOTE: If the brake disc cannot be removed easily, apply rust penetrant on the brake disc-to-hub mating surfaces.

Remove the brake disc.

Installation
1. Clean any rust or foreign material from brake disc and wheel hub.
^ Use parts cleaner to clean the front brake disc and hub surfaces.
2. Apply a thin coat of anti-seize lubricant to the hub flange.
3. Install the brake disc.
4. Position the brake caliper, brake pads and brake caliper anchor plate assembly and install the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts.
^ Tighten to 165 Nm (122 lb-ft).