Front Brake

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Subaru Tribeca. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the snap ring.

Fig 1: Identifying Snap Ring
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Remove the retainer plate, drive plate and driven plate.
Using the ST1, ST2 and ST3, remove the snap ring.
ST1 18762AA000 COMPRESSOR SPECIAL TOOL

ST2 18765AA000 COMPRESSOR SUPPORT

ST3 18763AA000 COMPRESSOR SHAFT

Fig 2: Identifying Snap Ring Using ST1, ST2 And ST3
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Remove the retainer and return spring.
Remove the front brake piston using compressed air.

Fig 3: Applying Compressed Air To Front Brake Piston
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Remove the D-ring from front brake piston.