Front Disc Brake Pad Removal and Installation: Removal

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Hoist vehicle and remove front wheel.
Remove caliper pin bolts (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Caliper Pin Bolts
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Remove caliper (1) from caliper carrier (2).
NOTE: If the removed brake caliper (1) is left hung by the brake hose, the brake hose may be damaged due to the tension caused by the caliper's weight. Hang a removed brake caliper with a wire hook (4) or the like to relieve the brake hose of the tension.
Remove brake pads (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pads
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Remove brake pad spring (1) as show in figure.

Fig 3: Identifying Brake Pad Spring
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