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Disassembly








BRAKE: FRONT BRAKE (for 4WD and Pre-Runner):

DISASSEMBLY





1. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 cylinder boots from the caliper.
2. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON





(a) Prepare a wooden plate to hold the pistons.





(b) Place the plate between the pistons and insert a pad into one side.
(c) Use compressed air and remove the pistons one side at a time from the cylinder.

CAUTION: Do not place your fingers in front of the pistons when using compressed air.





3. REMOVE PISTON SEAL
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 piston seals from the cylinder.
4. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG
(a) Remove the bleeder plug cap and bleeder plug from the disc brake cylinder.