Removal Procedure
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .
Always replace disc brake pads in axle sets.
- Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
- If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed before proceeding.
- If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Remove the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1).
- Remove the brake caliper and support with heavy mechanics wire.
- NOTE:
The inner brake pad is equipped with a wear sensor. Note the location of the wear sensor.
Remove the inner brake pad (1).
Remove the outer brake pad (1).
- NOTE:
The upper and lower brake pad springs are not identical.
Remove the upper and lower brake pad springs (1), noting the location.
Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.