Installation Procedure

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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
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Rear Brake Caliper Bracket(1) - Install
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CAUTION:
Fastener Caution

Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt(1) - Install and tighten[2x]200 N.m (148 lb ft)
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Rear Brake Caliper Guide Pin Boot(1) - Install[2x] - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)
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Rear Brake Caliper Guide Pin- Lower(1) - Install - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)
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Rear Brake Caliper Guide Pin- Upper(1) - Install - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)
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Rear Disc Brake Pad Retainer Spring(1)Install[2x]
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Rear Disc Brake Outer Pad(1) - Install
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Rear Disc Brake Inner Pad(1) - Install
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Rear Brake Caliper(1) - Install
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NOTE:
Do NOT use air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.

CAUTION:
Fastener Caution .

Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt- Upper(1) - Install and tighten - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)
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Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt- Lower(1) - Install and tighten - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)

Install the rear tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Without Dual Rear Wheels) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (With Dual Rear Wheels)
Remove the support 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 14 -15 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.