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FS III brake pads: Removing and installing.|Installation > < FS III brake pads: Removing and installing.

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Removal:
Removal:
–  Remove wheel.
  Note
t  Mark the brake pads that are going to be re-used before removing them. It is necessary to fit them in the same position. If not, the braking effect will not be uniform.
t  Do not unscrew hose when replacing brake pads.
   
–  Remove the protective covers -arrows-.
  A46-0086
–  Unscrew both guide pins -arrows- from the brake calliper and remove them.
–  Remove the brake calliper and hook with a piece of wire so that the weight of the calliper does not pull on or damage the brake hose.
–  Remove the brake pads from the brake calliper housing.
  WARNING
Never clean the brake system with compressed air; harmful dust particles will be released.
  Note
Only alcohol may be used to clean the brake calliper housing.
–  Thoroughly clean brake carrier and contact surfaces for brake pads and remove corrosion.
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