Front Brake Pads

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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 housing (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)

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Remove the brake pads (A).

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Remove the pad spring (A).

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Install the pad spring (A) with a new one.

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Install the brake pads (A) with a new one.

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NOTE:
When installing pad, be sure to check if the pad spring retraction part is installed correctly.
- Do not assemble if the pad spring retraction part is pressed by pad back plate ear.
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Use a SST (09581-2T100) when installing the brake caliper assembly.
1. Connect an air hose (A) to the SST after confirming that the valve of the SST is surely closed.
2. Input the SST in the caliper and press the caliper piston while opening the valve of the SST slowly counter clock wise.
3. Close the valve (A) of the SST and disconnect the air hose (B); then, open the valve again to get the rest of air out and remove the SST from the caliper.
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Install the caliper housing (B) then tighten the guide rod bolt (A).
Tightening torque:

21.6 - 31.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.1 lb.ft)

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Install the front wheel and tire.
(Refer to Suspension System - "WHEEL ")