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Rear Disc Brake Hardware Replacement

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Fig 1: Rear Disc Brake Hardware
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Rear Disc Brake Hardware Replacement

Callout Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution .
NOTE: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1 Seal, Rear Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin (Qty: 2)
2 Bolt, Rear Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin (Qty: 2)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  30 N.m (22 lb ft)

3 Caliper, Rear Disc Brake
4 Bushing, Rear Disc Brake Caliper Guide Pin (Qty: 2)
5 Spring, Rear Disc Brake Caliper
Tip:  Thoroughly clean the brake pad hardware mating surfaces of the brake caliper bracket of any debris or corrosion. If excessive corrosion exists, replace the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .