Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Swift +, 2005 Pontiac Wave, and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View of Bolts and Washers That Attach Brake Hose to Caliper

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Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
Mark the position of the front wheels relative to the wheel hubs and remove the wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Remove the bolt and the washers that attach the brake hose to the caliper.

Fig 2: View of Caliper Assembly and Bolts

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CAUTION: Refer to Brake Fluid Caution in Cautions and Notices.

NOTE: Refer to Brake Caliper Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Disconnect the brake hose, and plug the openings in the caliper and the brake hose to prevent fluid loss and contamination.
Remove the caliper mounting bolts from the steering knuckle, and remove the caliper assembly.