Installation Procedure
- Install the brake caliper bracket (1).
- Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the caliper bracket bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers ,
- Ensure there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
- Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
- Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft) + 60 degrees.
- Install the rear disc brake pads. Refer to Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 6-7 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper piston and brake pads.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.