Disc Brake Caliper And Pads - Fwd Models: Installation
- Slowly push pistons back into caliper bores until bottomed. Lubricate adapter and guides with multipurpose lubricant. Remove protective paper from noise suppression gasket on pads.
- On A.T.E. calipers, install inner pad on caliper while pushing retainer into bore of piston. Install outer pad on adapter and carefully lower caliper over outer pad and rotor.
- On Kelsey-Hayes calipers, install inner pad on adapter and install rotor on drive hub. Install outer pad on adapter and carefully lower caliper over pads and rotor.
- Install caliper guide pins, using care not to cross threads and tighten. Install hold down spring on A.T.E. calipers. Pump brake pedal several times until a firm pedal is obtained. Refill master cylinder and bleed brake system if necessary.
- Install wheel and tire assembly. Tighten lug nuts to 48 ft. lbs. (65 N.m), skipping every other nut while going around. Repeat sequence to full torque. Road test vehicle.