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Last Modified: 11-27-2007 1.6 A
Service Category: Brake Section: Brake (front)
Model Year: 2008 Model: LX570 Doc ID: RM0000012ZD00DX
Title: BRAKE (FRONT): FRONT BRAKE: DISASSEMBLY (2008 LX570)

DISASSEMBLY

HINT:

  • Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.
  • The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

1. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE PISTON SET RING


(a) Using a screwdriver, remove the 4 set rings from the 4 cylinder boots

HINT:

Tape the screwdriver tip before use.

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


(a) Install one side of the disc brake pad.

(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


(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.

5. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG CAP

6. REMOVE FRONT DISC BRAKE BLEEDER PLUG