Installation Procedure

Install the brake caliper bracket.

Fig 1: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
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Install the brake caliper mounting bracket bolts (1) and tighten a first pass to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
CAUTION: This is a self-retaining fastener joint that does not require thread locking compounds. Do not attempt to clean the threads with a standard tap. If a standard tap is used, damage to the joint threads will occur.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Tighten the brake caliper mounting bracket bolts (1) a final pass to an additional 15 - 30 degrees, using the EN-45059 meter.
Install the brake pad retainers (2) to the brake caliper bracket (3).

Fig 2: Brake Caliper Mounting Bracket And Brake Pads
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Install the brake pads (1) to the brake caliper bracket.
Install the brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement .
Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.
Pump the brake pedal 2-3 times in order to seat the rear disc brake pads to the rotor.