Installation Procedure
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- Install the brake caliper bracket (1).
- Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the caliper bracket bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers ,
- Ensure there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
- Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
- Install 2 new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 150 N.m (111 lb ft) + 45 degrees + 15 degrees.
- Install the brake pad springs (1).
- Install the inner brake pad (1).
- Install the outer brake pad (2).
- Position the brake caliper to the bracket.
- Hold the brake caliper guide pins stationary and tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1) to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 10-11 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper piston and brake pads.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Note the location of the wear sensor for correct installation.