Front

FRONT DISC BRAKE

REPLACEMENT
BRAKE PAD REMOVAL
1. Remove the 2 guide pin bolt, remove the caliper assembly from the knuckle and secure it with a wire or some other retaining method.





2. Remove the pads.

CAUTION: Do not depress the brake pedal while disassembling the pads.

BRAKE PAD INSPECTION
1. Check the pads for wear or oil contamination and replace, if necessary.

CAUTION:
- The pads for the right and left wheels should be replaced at the same time. Never drop" or intermix brake pad sets.
- All four pads must be replaced as a compute set.
- When replacing the brake pad, check for deformation. When replacing the guide spring, use a new one or the used one after cleaning away foreign material.





2. Check the pad for damage or deformation.
Brake pad thickness:
Standard value: 11 mm (0.43 inch)
Service limited value: 2 mm (0.079 inch)

BRAKE PAD INSTALLATION
1. Install the pad clips.





2. Install the pads onto each pad clip.

NOTE: Position the pad with its pad wear indicator upward on file piston side.





3. Insert the piston in the cylinder using the Special Tool (09581-11000).





4. Install the new pads. The shims are attached to the each pad as illustrated.

CAUTION: Be careful so that the disc or pad isn't contaminated by grease.





5. Install the bolt and tighten to the specified value.
Tightening torque
Guide rod bolt: 22 - 32 Nm (220 - 320 kgf-cm, 16 - 24 ft. lbs.)