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Front Brake Pads - 4.0L SOHC and 4.6L (3V): Installation

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    CAUTION: Protect the piston and boots when pushing the caliper piston into the caliper piston bores or damage to the piston or boots may occur.
  1. If installing new brake pads, using a C-clamp and a worn brake pad, compress the brake caliper pistons into the caliper.
  2. Fig 1: Compressing Brake Caliper Pistons Into Caliper
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    CAUTION: Do not allow grease, oil, brake fluid or other contaminants to contact the pad lining material or damage to components may occur. Do not install contaminated pads.
    NOTE: Install all the hardware supplied with the brake pad kits.
  3. Install 4 new spring clips and the 2 brake pads.
  4. Position the brake caliper on the anchor plate and install 2 new guide pin bolts.
    • Tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).
  5. If necessary, fill the brake fluid reservoir with clean, specified brake fluid.
  6. Apply the brakes several times to verify correct brake operation.