Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing : Installing

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Do not loosen the bolted connections -A and B arrows-.

Fig 1: Do Not Loosen The Bolted Connections

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WARNING:

There is a risk of malfunction.

Do not loosen the bolted connections -A arrows-
Do not loosen the guide pins -arrows B-.

NOTE:

shims may not be loosened from the back side of the brake pad.

if one shim is damaged, then all three shims on the brake pad must be replaced.

if one shim is loosened, then all three shims on the brake pad must be replaced.

before installing the brake pads, new shims must be pressed into the brake pistons.

before installing the brake pads, remove film from the shims.

Replace the bolts -11-.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Brake Components

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-- Slide the brake caliper -7- with the brake pads installed carefully over the brake rotor.

Make sure the brake hose is routed correctly. Make sure the brake hose is not blocked, bent or rubbing against the vehicle.

-- Tighten the brake caliper with new bolts -11-.

NOTE: Tighten the bolts with the Socket - Xzn 9T50036.

NOTE:

Make sure the contact for the brake pad wear display fits correctly in the clip inside the inner brake pad.

Fig 3: Identifying Contact

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-- Install the brake line in the bracket.

-- Connect wear indicator connector.

-- Install the electrical connection for the brake pad wear display in the bracket.

-- Install the wheels. Refer to Wheel and Tire Guide Wheels, Tires, Wheel Alignment .

-- Lower vehicle.

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

WARNING:

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

After installing, press the brake pedal several times firmly to properly seat brake pads in their normal operating position.

Check brake fluid level, and fill if necessary.