Brake Caliper, Removing And Installing, Six-Piston Steel Brake: Installing

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Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

CAUTION:

Health risk due to toxic dust from the brake system.

Irreversible deposit of dust particles in the lungs. Breathing impairments may occur.

- Never blow out the brake system with compressed air.

Use only mineral spirits to clean the brake caliper.

-- Carefully slide the brake caliper with the installed brake pads over the brake rotor while paying attention to the brake hose.

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-- Tighten the bolts -arrows-.

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

-- Connect the connector -1-.

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-- 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.

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

CAUTION:

Faulty brakes increase the risk of an accident.

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