Installation Procedure
- Inspect the caliper slide boots for cuts, tears or deterioration. If damaged, replace the slides and boots. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement .
- Install the brake caliper to the brake caliper bracket.
- Install the lower brake caliper pin bolt (1) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- Install the brake caliper vibration dampener (3) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
- Install the park brake cable to the rear parking brake lever (1).
- Remove the caps or plugs from the brake caliper opening and the brake hose.
- Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3) to the brake hose-to-caliper bolt (2) and to the brake hose.NOTE: DO NOT reuse the copper brake hose gaskets.
- Install the brake hose and the brake hose-to-caliper bolt to the brake caliper and tighten the bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual Bleeding) and Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure Bleeding) .
- 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 9 and 10 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Tension the parking brake cable. Refer to Parking Brake Adjustment .