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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the brake caliper to the vehicle.
  2. Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

    Install the brake caliper mounting bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the brake caliper mounting bolts to 108 N.m(80 lb ft).

  3. Remove the rubber cap or plug from the exposed brake hose fitting end.
  4. IMPORTANT:

    Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.

  5. Assemble the NEW copper brake hose gaskets and the brake hose inlet fitting bolt to the brake hose.
  6. Fig 1: View Of Brake Hose To Caliper Bolt
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  7. Install the brake hose inlet fitting bolt to the brake caliper.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the inlet fitting bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

  8. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) in Hydraulic Brakes.
  9. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  10. Remove the safety stands.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.