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With 17" Wheel

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  1. Apply a thin coat of Molykote M7439 to pad clip.
    Fig 1: Locating Molykote M7439 Applying Point
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  2. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0779YA010) to the frictional portion between pad and pad inner shim.
    Fig 2: Locating Molykote AS880N Applying Point (1 Of 2)
    G03832944Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0779YA010) to the three frictional portions between inner shim and outer shim of outer pads.
    Fig 3: Locating Molykote AS880N Applying Point (2 Of 2)
    G03832945Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the pad on support.
    NOTE: Install the pad indicator in proper direction.
    Fig 4: Identifying Pad Indicator Proper Installation Direction
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    CAUTION:
    • Correctly install the pad return spring to supporting surface of pad clip as shown in Fig 5 .
    • When the pad return spring is deformed or damaged, replace the brake pad with new one.
    Fig 5: Replacing Pad Return Spring
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  5. Install the caliper body on support.

Tightening torque: 

27 N.m (2.8 kgf-m, 19.9 ft-lb)