Front Brake Disassembly

Remove the 2 brake pads with anti-squeal shims.

Remove the 2 anti-squeal shims and the 2 pad wear indicator plates from each pad.

Remove the 2 No. 1 front disc brake pad support plates.

Remove the 2 No. 2 front disc brake pad support plates.

Remove the cylinder slide pin from the cylinder mounting LH.

Using a screwdriver, remove the cylinder slide bush from the cylinder slide pin.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

Remove the cylinder slide pin No. 2 from the cylinder mounting LH.

Remove the 2 bolts and cylinder mounting.

Remove the 2 caliper plates No. 1 from the cylinder mounting.

Secure the cylinder mounting LH in a vise.

Using a screwdriver and a plastic hammer, remove the 2 bushing dust boots.

Using a screwdriver, remove the set ring or cylinder boot.

NOTICE:

Do not damage the inner cylinder or cylinder groove.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

Place a piece of cloth between the piston and the disc brake cylinder assembly.

Use compressed air to remove the piston from the disc brake cylinder assembly.

CAUTION:

Do not place your fingers in front of the piston when using compressed air.

NOTICE:

Do not spatter the brake fluid.

Using a screwdriver, remove the piston seal from the disc brake cylinder assembly.

NOTICE:

Do not damage the inner cylinder or cylinder groove.

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

Put matchmarks on the disc and the axle hub.

Remove the front disc.