Front Brake Caliper: Removal

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WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this service information, refer to SAFETY WARNINGS . Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

NOTE: Do not spill brake fluid on painted or plastic surfaces or damage to the surface may occur. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash the surface with water.

NOTE: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material, or damage to components may occur. Do not install contaminated pads.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

NOTE: 352 mm (14 in) brakes shown in illustration, 325 mm (13 in) brakes similar.

Discard the specified component. Follow local disposal regulations.
- To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 lb-ft).
NOTE: Make sure the brake caliper guide pin bolts are clean and free of debris or a binding condition may occur.

NOTE: Make sure the caliper pin boots are correctly seated to prevent corrosion to the guide pins.
- 325 mm (13 in) brakes: To install, tighten to 72 Nm (53 lb-ft).
- 352 mm (14 in) brakes: To Install, tighten to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).