Removal
BRAKE: FRONT BRAKE:
REMOVAL
HINT:
- Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
- The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL
2. DRAIN BRAKE FLUID
NOTE: Wash off brake fluid immediately if it comes in contact with any painted surface.
3. REMOVE DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH
(a) Remove the union bolt and 2 gaskets from the cylinder, and then disconnect the flexible hose.
(b) Hold the upper slide pin and remove the bolt. Then hold the lower slide pin and remove the bolt.
4. REMOVE DISC BRAKE PAD KIT FRONT (PAD ONLY)
(a) Remove the 2 anti-squeal springs.
(b) Remove the 2 pads with anti-squeal shims.
(c) Remove the shim and inner shim from each pad.
5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD SUPPORT PLATE
6. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE CYLINDER SLIDE PIN
(a) Remove the pins from the brake cylinder mounting.
7. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BUSH DUST BOOT
(a) Using a screwdriver and hammer, tap out the 2 boots.
8. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE CYLINDER MOUNTING LH
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and mounting.