Repair Procedures: Removal
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- Remove the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")
- Loosen the guide rod bolt (A) and then pivot the caliper body (B) up out of the way.
Tightening torque:
21.6 - 31.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.1 lb.ft)
- Remove the pad return springs (A).
- Remove the brake pads (A).
- Remove the caliper carrier (B) by loosening the bolts (A).
Tightening torque:
83.4 - 98.1 N.m (8.5 - 10.0 kgf.m, 61.5 - 72.3 lb.ft)
NOTE: Fix the caliper assembly with a wire. - Remove the brake disc (A) after loosening the screws.
Tightening torque:
4.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.5 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.6 - 4.3 lb.ft, 43.4 - 52.1 lb.in)