ADAPTER, Disc Brake Caliper: Installation: Front
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 RAM Pickup and 2011 RAM Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Petroleum based grease should not be used on any of the rubber components of the caliper, Use only a Non-Petroleum based grease, such as Dow Corning-807 R grease.
NOTE:
Clean slide pin bores thoroughly to remove any old grease.
NOTE:
Use grease packets included with kit or Dow Corning-807 R grease.
- Thoroughly coat the new slide pins (3) on all working surfaces.
- Install the boot (2) onto the slide pin (3) and then insert into the adapter (1).
- Push the pin (3) all the way into the adapter (1) and carefully expel the trapped air by gently pushing on the boot (2) near the slide pin head (3).
- Install the caliper adapter mounting bolts (5). For 1500 , tighten to 176 N.m (130 ft.lbs). For 3500 , tighten to 339 N.m (250 ft.lbs).
- Install the inboard (4) and outboard (2) pads. Refer to PADS, Brake , Installation .
- Install the caliper (2) and the caliper slide pin bolts (4). Refer to CALIPER, Disc Brake , Installation .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheels , Standard Procedure .