Front Brake Shield: Installing

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NOTE:

Replace the bolts.

-- Attach the brake shield -8- with new bolts -9- and tighten to 9 Nm.

WARNING:

Handle the brake rotor with care. Replace a damaged brake rotor.

Do not hit the brake rotor with force when installing it onto the wheel hub.

-- Install the brake rotor, refer to CERAMIC BRAKE ROTOR .

Replace the bolts.

NOTE:

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

-- Install the new bolt -6- into the brake rotor and tighten it.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Brake Caliper Assembly Overview, Ceramic Brakes

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-- Install the brake caliper, refer to BRAKE CALIPER .

-- Install the wheels, refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .

-- Check 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.