Front
Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement-FrontRemoval Procedure
Notice: Refer to Support the Brake Caliper While Flex Hose is Connected Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Remove the caliper from the mounting bracket and support the caliper with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent. DO NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper.
2. Remove the front brake pads.
Caution: These fasteners MUST be replaced with new fasteners anytime they become loose or are removed. Failure to replace these fasteners after they become loose or are removed may cause loss of vehicle control and personal injury.
Important: The NEW brake caliper bracket bolts come with an encapsulated thread compound already on the bolt.
3. Remove the caliper bracket bolts (2).
4. Remove the caliper bracket (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the following components with silicone grease:
^ The bolt boots
^ The bushings
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the caliper bracket with the bracket bolts.
^ Tighten the caliper bracket bolts to 180 Nm (133 lb ft).
3. Install the front brake pads.
4. Install the caliper.