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Last Modified: 11-27-2007 |
1.6 A |
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Service Category: Brake |
Section: Brake (front) |
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Model Year: 2008 |
Model: LX570 |
Doc ID: RM0000012ZD00DX |
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Title: BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: DISASSEMBLY (2008 LX570) |
DISASSEMBLY
HINT:
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Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
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The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
1. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON SET RING
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(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 set rings from the 4 cylinder boots
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
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2. REMOVE CYLINDER BOOT
(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 cylinder boots from the disc brake caliper.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
3. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON
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(a) Install one side of the disc brake pad.
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(b) Install a wooden plate between the pistons of the disc brake caliper to prevent the pistons from jumping out.
(c) Using an air gun, gradually apply air and remove the 2 disc brake pistons from the cylinder.
CAUTION:
Do not place your fingers in front of the pistons when using the air gun.
(d) Remove the brake pad and wooden plate.
(e) Temporarily install the 2 disc brake pistons that were removed. Then install the disc brake pad to the side in which the 2 disc brake pistons are temporarily installed.
(f) Install a wooden plate between the pistons of the disc brake caliper to prevent the pistons from jumping out.
(g) Using an air gun, gradually apply air and remove the 2 disc brake pistons from the other side of the cylinder.
CAUTION:
Do not place your fingers in front of the pistons when using the air gun.
(h) Remove the 2 temporarily installed brake pistons, the brake pad and wooden plate.
4. REMOVE PISTON SEAL
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(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 piston seals from the disc brake caliper.
HINT:
Tape the screwdriver tip before use.
NOTICE:
Do not damage the inner cylinder and cylinder groove.
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5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP
6. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG
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