Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing, Front Brakes, RS 3, 1LF, 1LH, 1LU: Installing
Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:
Clean the bolts and nuts before reusing.
Always replace self-locking nuts and bolts.
Always replace damaged nuts and bolts.
Health Risk.
- Do not blow out brake system with compressed air.
The bolts -arrows- on the brake caliper for the brake carrier -1- and the tension strut -2- may not be loosened.
Risk of malfunction.
- The bolts -arrows- on the brake caliper for the brake carrier -1- and the tension strut -2- may not be loosened.
Use only mineral spirits to clean the brake caliper.
-- Clean the brake caliper.
-- Slide the brake caliper with the brake pads installed carefully over the brake rotor.
-- Tighten the bolts -arrows-.
-- Connect the connector -1-.
Make sure that the connector and brake hose are routed correctly.
Make sure the brake hose is not blocked, bent, twisted or rubbing against the vehicle.
-- Install the front wheel. Refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
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.