Installation Procedure

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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.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the lower brake caliper pin bolt (1) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
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.

NOTE:

DO NOT reuse the copper brake hose gaskets.

Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3) to the brake hose-to-caliper bolt (2) and to the brake hose.
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 .
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. For electric parking brake, refer to Parking Brake Cable Adjuster Enabling , for mechanical parking brake, refer to Parking Brake Adjustment .