Cooper S (R53) L4-1.6L SC (W11) (2004)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Front
Caliper
Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Left or Right Brake Caliper
Note: After completing this operation, bleed the brake system.
Remove road wheels.
Lift out retaining spring (1).
Remove plastic plugs (2).
Apply pedal prop and depress brake pedal slightly. This prevents brake fluid from escaping from expansion tank after brake pipes have been
disconnected (which would enable air to enter braking system).
Disconnect brake pipe from caliper.
Tightening torque:
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Brake hose to calliper M10 x 1.5 Banjo bolt .............................................................................................................................................. 40 Nm
Install Hint:
Fit new sealing washers to banjo bolt.
Unfasten guide screws (1) and pull brake caliper backwards to remove.