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Brake Pad Replacement




BRAKE PAD REPLACEMENT

Required Special Tool:

- MB990520: Disc Brake Piston Expander

[FRONT]

CAUTION:
When replacing, replace both brake pads (right and left) as a set.





1. Remove the parts indicated in the figure, swivel the caliper body upward and retain it with a wire or similar tool.





2. Remove the following parts from the caliper body.
(1) Shim
(2) Brake pad assembly
(3) Clip





3.
CAUTION:
Keep grease or other soiling off the pad and brake disc friction surfaces.

Clean the piston part, and press the piston into the cylinder using the special tool piston expander (MB990520).
4. Assemble the shim, brake pad assembly and clip to the caliper support, and tighten the lock pin bolt to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 38± 4Nm (28± 3 ft-lb)
NOTE:
Install the brake pad assembly (with wear indicator) to the inner side of the brake disc, making sure that the wear indicator is located on the top.

[REAR]

CAUTION:
When replacing, replace both brake pads (right and left) as a set.





1. Remove the lock pin and brake hose clamp. Pivot the caliper assembly and hold it with wires.





2. Remove the following parts from the caliper body.
(1) Shim
(2) Brake pad assembly
(3) Clip





3.
CAUTION:
Keep grease or other soiling off the pad and brake disc friction surfaces.

Clean the piston part, and press the piston into the cylinder using the special tool piston expander (MB990520).
4. Assemble the shim, brake pad assembly and clip to the caliper support, and tighten the lock pin to the specified torque.
Tightening torque: 44± 5Nm (32± 4 ft-lb)
NOTE:
Install the brake pad assembly (with wear indicator) to the inner side of the brake disc, making sure that the wear indicator is located on the bottom.

LUBRICATION POINT