Repair Procedures: Removal: Disk

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Remove the wheel & tire (A).
Tightening Torque:

88.2. - 107.8 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.0 - 79.5 lb.ft)

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CAUTION: Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the front wheel & tire.
Remove the brake hose bracket bolt (A).

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Loosen the guide rod bolt (B) and pivot the caliper (A) up out of the way.

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Remove the return spring (A) and brake pad (B).

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NOTE:
- Pad return springs must be replaced with new ones whenever pads are replaced.
- Technicians should be careful not to deform pad return springs.
- When pad return springs are deformed, it may cause improper braking, more fuel consumption.
Disconnect the caliper (B) by loosening the caliper mounting bolts (A).

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Remove the brake disk (A).

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