Installation Procedure
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- Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
- Remove all traces of the adhesive patch from the bolt and the mating threads using the appropriate tools.
- Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the bolts. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
Brake Caliper(1) - Install
- CAUTION:
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)
- Remove the caps from the brake caliper and the brake hose.
- NOTE:
Install NEW brake hose fitting gaskets.
Brake Hose Fitting Gasket(1)@Brake Hose Fitting (2) - Install NEW[2x]
Brake Hose Fitting Bolt(1) - Install and tighten Front Brake Hose Replacement
- Bleed the brake system. Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) , or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)
- 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)
- Lower the vehicle.