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Front Brake Pad

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  1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.

    Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.

  2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.

    Tightening Torque: 

    107.9 - 127.5 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.6 - 94.0 lb-ft)

    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).
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  3. Remove the parking brake cable fixing clip (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb-ft)

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  4. Down the caliper body (A) by loosening the guided rod bolt.
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  5. Remove the pad return spring (A).
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  6. Remove the brake pad (A).
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  7. Replace the pad retainer (A) with a new one.
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  8. Replace the brake pad (A) with a new one.
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    NOTE:
    • When installing, use a new one return spring (A), pad retainer (B), inner shim (C).
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  9. Install the pad return spring (A).
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    NOTE:
    • Pad return springs must be replaced with new ones whenever pads are replaced.
    • Technicians should be careful not to deform pad return springs.
    • When pad return springs are deformed, it may cause improper braking, more fuel consumption.
  10. Apply The Anti-Noise grease. (Only Front 17" Brake)

    Grease Specification:  Daikalub 528D

    Item Caliper Finger
    Quantity min. 0.4g
    Location
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    NOTE:
    • Pad mold and disc surface must be free from grease.
  11. Use a SST (09581-2T100) when installing the brake caliper assembly.
    NOTE:
    • Connect an air hose (B) to the SST after confirming that the valve of the SST is surely closed.
    • Input the SST in the caliper and press the caliper piston while opening the valve of the SST slowly counter clock wise.
    • Close the valve (A) of the SST and disconnect the air hose (B); then, open the valve again to get the rest of air out and remove the SST from the caliper.
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  12. Install the caliper body (A) then tighten the guide rod bolt.

    Tightening Torque: 

    21.6 - 31.4 N.m (2.2 - 3.2 kgf.m, 15.9 - 23.1 lb-ft)

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  13. Install the front wheel and tire (A).
    NOTE:
    • Be careful not to damage the hub bolts when removing the front wheel and tire (A).

    Tightening Torque: 

    107.8 - 127.4 N.m (11.0 - 13.0 kgf.m, 79.5 - 94.0 lb-ft)

    G12602681Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA