Front

FRONT

NOTE: Before proceeding, Brakes - Caution

1. Raise and support vehicle. Maintenance




2. Remove wheel mounting nuts (3), then tire and wheel assembly (1).

NOTE: In some cases, it may be necessary to retract caliper pistons into their bores a small amount in order to provide sufficient clearance between shoes and rotor to easily remove caliper from knuckle. This can usually be accomplished before mounting bolts are removed, by grasping rear of caliper and pulling outward working with guide pins, thus retracting piston. Never push on piston directly as it may get damaged.





3. Remove two bolts (3) securing disc brake caliper adapter (with brake caliper) (2) to knuckle (4).
4. Remove disc brake caliper and adapter (2) from knuckle (4) as an assembly. Hang assembly out of way using wire or a bungee cord. Use care not to overextend brake hose when doing this.




5. Remove any clips (3) retaining brake rotor (2) to wheel studs.
6. Remove brake rotor (2) from hub and bearing (1).