Disc Brake Calipers & Pads: Installation
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CAUTION:
Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material. Do NOT install contaminated pads.
- Install the disc brake anti-rattle clips. Install the pads.
- Use "C" clamp to push caliper piston into piston bore until it bottoms out.
- Install the disc brake caliper. Install the disc brake caliper bolts.
- Connect brake hose to caliper using NEW copper washers on connector bolt. Bleed brakes as necessary. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .