Installation Procedure
- Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
- Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the bolts. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Front Brake Caliper Bracket (1) - Install
- CAUTION:
Front Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] 300 N.m (221 lb ft)
Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) - Install [2x]
Front Disc Brake Pad (1) - Install [2x]
Front Brake Caliper (1) - Install
- NOTE:
DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.
Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Replacement (JH6) , or Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Replacement (JH9)
- Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the caliper guide pin.
- Gently lift the edge of the guide pin seal while pushing the guide pin into the caliper bracket bore to expel any trapped air.
- Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Without Dual Rear Wheels) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (With Dual Rear Wheels)
- Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
- 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 12 - 13 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.