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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Brake Caliper Components
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  1. Apply a thin coat of high temperature silicone lube to the brake caliper guide pin boots.
  2. Install the brake caliper pin boots (3) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (4).
  3. Apply a thin coat of high temperature silicone lube to the brake caliper guide pins (2).
  4. Install the brake caliper guide pins (2) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (4).
  5. Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads And Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket
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  6. Install the brake pad retainers (2) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
  7. Install the brake pads (1) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
  8. Install the brake caliper to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
  9. Fig 3: View Of Brake Caliper Pin Bolts
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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  10. Install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
  14. Pump the brake pedal 2-3 times in order to seat the rear disc brake pads to the rotor.