Brake Rotor, Replacing, 1LM: Installing

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NOTE:

Clean Bolts Before Reusing

Replace Damaged Bolts

Always replace self-locking bolts.

Clean the brake rotor, wheel hub and contact surfaces with brake cleaner before installing.

-- Place the brake rotor on the hub.

NOTE:

When positioning the brake rotor, do not tilt it on the wheel hub.

-- Install the bolt -1- and tighten it to 9 Nm.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Brake Caliper, 1LM

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-- Install the brake caliper. Refer to BRAKE CALIPER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 1LM .

-- Install the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, 1LM .

NOTE:

With the vehicle stationary, firmly press the brake pedal several times so that the brake pads in the operating condition properly sit in their respective position.

-- Install The Wheels.

Wheel bolt tightening specification. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

CAUTION:

After the first drive, depress brake pedal firmly several times with vehicle stationary so that the brake pads are properly seated in their normal operating position.

CAUTION:

Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.