Installation Procedure
- Using a C-clamp, bottom the piston into the caliper bore. Use an old brake pad or wooden block placed across the face of the piston. Do not damage the piston or the caliper boot.
- Install the anti-rattle clips to the brake caliper bracket.
- If working on a 2WD 1500 series utility, install the inboard rear pad to the brake caliper bracket with the longer pad end chamfer facing down. For all other trucks, install the brake pads to the brake caliper.
- Install the brake caliper to the mounting bracket using NEW bolts. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (Exc. 35 Series) , Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (35 Series) .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of it's travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 8-9 until a firm pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Burnish the brakes pads and rotors as necessary. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .
IMPORTANT:
Proper orientation of the brake pads is critical for proper pad wear.