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Brake Disc Front, Replacing






Brake disc front, replacing

Removal

Preparation
Remove the brake pads. See Brake pads front, replacing Brake Pads Front, Replacing.

Removing the brake caliper holders and brake disc





Remove:
- both the mounting screws (1)
- the caliper holder
- the screw (2) and the brake disc.

Cleaning and checking





Note! Cleaning is important to prevent lateral run out at the brake disc.

Clean the hub flange before installing the new brake disc.
Check the hub. If it is damaged, measure the lateral run out. See Front wheel hub, measuring lateral runout Front Wheel Hub, Measuring Lateral Runout.

Installation

Note! For tightening torques, see Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.

Installing the brake disc





Note! Be careful when handling the new brake disc. Careless handling can cause damage to the brake disc (out-of-true).

Install:
- the brake disc. Tighten the screw (2), M6
- the caliper holder. Tighten the two screws (1). See Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.

Finishing
Install the brake pads. See Brake pads front, replacing Brake Pads Front, Replacing.
Install the wheel. See Installing wheels Service and Repair.