Brake Carrier, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal and note the following:

Replace the brake carrier bolts after removing.

CAUTION:

Health risk due to toxic dust from the brake system.

Irreversible deposit of dust particles in the lungs. Breathing may become impaired.

- Never blow out the brake system with compressed air.

Only use mineral spirits to clean the brake carrier.

-- Clean the brake carrier.

-- Install the brake pads. Refer to BRAKE PADS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, STEEL BRAKES 1LA/1LB .

CAUTION:

Faulty brakes increase the risk of an accident.

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

-- 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.