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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Brake Pads And Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket
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  1. Install the brake pad retainers (2) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
  2. Install the brake pads (1) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
    3. Fig 2: Removing Lower Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
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  3. Pivot the brake caliper downward, over the brake pads and into the caliper bracket.
    4. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the brake caliper guide pin bolt to the brake caliper guide pin and tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
  5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  8. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  9. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 11 and 12 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  10. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
  11. Apply and release the park brake lever 4 times.
  12. Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .
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