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Brake Caliper Replacement


REMOVAL PROCEDURE





1. Siphon two-thirds of the fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
2. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Remove the brake hose union bolt (2). Place a container beneath the hose to catch escaping fluid. Discard the union fitting washers.





5. Remove two caliper mounting bolts.
6. Remove the caliper from the caliper carrier.
7. Inspect the following parts for corrosion and wear:
^ Mounting bolts
^ Slide caliper pins
^ Dust boots

Replace any part that exhibits such conditions.


INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Lubricate the caliper mounting with silicone grease.

NOTICE: Refer to Service Precautions.

2. Install the caliper to the caliper carrier. Secure with two caliper mounting bolts.
^ Tighten the caliper mounting bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).






3. Install the brake hose union bolt with new washers.
^ Tighten the brake hose union bolt to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).

4. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Fill the master cylinder fluid reservoir.
7. Bleed the brake system.