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Brake Pads, Removing And Installing, 1LM: Installing

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If old brake pads are being replaced with new ones, then it is necessary to check the brake rotor thickness for wear. While doing so, pay attention to the wear specifications for the brake rotors.

-- Check the brake rotor for wear. For the wear specification. Refer to BRAKE PR NUMBERS .

-- Insert the upper brake pads

WARNING:

There are four brake pads installed per side. Only the inner top brake pad in the left brake caliper has a connection for the brake pad wear indicator.

-- Install the upper spring -12-.

Fig 1: Overview Of Front Brakes Components (1LM)
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-- Install the upper guide pin -10- into the brake caliper.

-- Install the lower brake pads.

-- Install the lower spring -12-.

-- Install the lower guide pin -10- into the brake caliper.

Make sure the brake pads are installed correctly inside the brake caliper.

WARNING:

After inserting the guide pins, press the respective retaining spring under the guide pins so the spring is under tension. If installed incorrectly, the brake pads do not remain in the correct position and will not work correctly. To keep the guide pins in the brake caliper, press them into the caliper as far as the stop.

-- Insert the wear indicator wire into the bracket on the left caliper.

-- Connect the brake pad wear indicator connector to the top of the inner left brake pad.

-- Install the wheels.

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

-- Check the brake fluid level and fill if necessary.

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.

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