Installation (Front)
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- 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. See Figure .
- Lubricate the caliper and the steering knuckle, or support, sliding surfaces and the spring with high temperature silicone brake lubricant.
- Place the NEW pad in a vise. See Fig 1 .
- Compress the vise as needed to obtain a secure fit between the outer brake pad and the caliper. See Fig 2 .
- Install the outer brake pad onto the caliper. See Fig 3
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- If it is necessary use a C-clamp to install the pad onto the caliper.
- Do not allow the C-clamp to come into contact with the lining.
- Insert a used brake pad between the C-clamp and the NEW brake lining.
- File the leading edge of the brake pad tang to aid in the installation of the brake pad to the caliper. See Fig 4 .
- Install the caliper. See BRAKE CALIPER .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly.
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine off, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 10 and 11 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper level. See MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR FILLING under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Burnish the pads and rotors. See BURNISHING PADS & ROTORS under SERVICING.