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Troubleshooting
Tire Puncture
a
Removing Wheels
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Front Wheel
Removal
1.
Park on a firm, level surface.
2.
Cover both sides of the front wheel and
brake caliper with protective tape or
cloth.
3.
On the left side, remove the mounting
bolts and remove the brake caliper.
4.
On the right side, remove the mounting
bolts and remove the brake caliper.
a
Support the brake caliper assembly so
that it doesn’t hang from the brake
hose. Do not twist the brake hose.
a
Avoid getting grease, oil, or dirt on the
disc or pad surfaces.
a
Do not pull the brake lever or push the
brake pedal while the brake caliper is
removed.
a
Take care to prevent the brake caliper
from scratching the wheel during
removal.
continued
Left side
Right side
Mounting bolts
Brake calipers
Tape or cloth
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