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Front Brake Pad: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek and 2015 Subaru Impreza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Lift up the vehicle, and then remove the front wheels.
  2. Remove the front brake pad.
    1. Remove the caliper bolt on the lower side.
    2. Raise the caliper body assembly and support it.
      Fig 1: Locating Caliper Bolt On Lower Side
      G07915602Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
      NOTE: Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper body assembly.
    3. Remove the brake pad from support - front disc brake.
      Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pad From Support - Front Disc Brake
      G08314800Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.