Front Disc Brake Caliper Removal and Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Suzuki SX4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Hoist vehicle and remove front wheel.
Remove brake flexible hose joint bolt (1) from caliper (2). As this will allow fluid to flow out of hose (3), have a container ready beforehand.

Fig 1: Removing Brake Flexible Hose Joint Bolt From Caliper
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Remove caliper pin bolts (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Caliper Pin Bolts
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Remove caliper from caliper carrier.