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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Checking Brake Pad Adjustment
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    NOTE:

    Do not allow the anti-seize lubricant to contact the disc brake pad friction surfaces.

  1. Apply approximately 0.09-0.15g (0.003-0.005oz) of anti-seize lubricant to each end of the disc brake pad abutments (1) which contact the brake caliper. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
  2. Inspect the brake caliper pins and brake pad springs for damage or excessive corrosion and replace, if necessary.
  3. Fig 2: Brake Pads
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  4. Install the brake pads (1).
  5. Fig 3: Upper Brake Caliper Pin
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  6. Carefully drive the upper brake caliper pin (1) into the brake caliper.
  7. Ensure the brake caliper pin is fully seated in the brake caliper.
  8. Fig 4: Brake Pad Spring
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  9. Install the brake pad spring (1).
  10. Fig 5: Lower Brake Caliper Pin
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  11. Hold the end of the brake pad spring down and carefully drive the lower brake caliper pin (1) into the brake caliper.
  12. Ensure the brake caliper pin is fully seated in the brake caliper.
  13. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  14. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  15. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  16. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 10 and 11 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  17. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
  18. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .