Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing, Brakes 1LC/1LJ/1ZA/1ZD/1ZE/1ZP: Installing
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:
NOTE:
Clean the bolts and nuts before reusing.
Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Always replace damaged nuts and bolts.
WARNING:
Health Risk.
- Do not blow out brake system with compressed air.
NOTE:
Use only mineral spirits to clean the brake caliper.
-- Clean the brake caliper.
-- Carefully slide the brake caliper with the brake carrier and the installed brake pads over the brake rotor.
-- Tighten the bolts -arrows-.
NOTE:
Make sure the brake hose is routed correctly.
Make sure the brake hose is not blocked, bent, twisted or rubbing against the vehicle.
-- Connect the connector -arrow- for the brake pad wear indicator contact on the right brake caliper.
WARNING:
Risk of accident!
- 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.
- Make sure the brakes are working correctly before driving the vehicle for the first time.