Rear Brake Pad Removal, Installation, and Inspection: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: Review the Service Precautions before doing repairs or service .

Brake Fluid - Remove

1. Remove some brake fluid from the reservoir.
Vehicle - Lift
Rear Wheels - Remove

Brake Caliper Piston - Enter the MAINTENANCE MODE

NOTE: If the HDS was not used, remove the electric parking brake actuator, and using a TORX driver, turn the spindle clockwise until it comes to a lock .

1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC)

2. Select ADJUSTMENT from ABS/VSA menu with the HDS, then enter ENTER BRAKE PAD MAINTENANCE MODE from BRAKE PAD MAINTENANCE MODE, and follow the screen prompts. Make sure TRANSITION TO PAD EXCHANGE MODE HAS BEEN COMPLETED on the screen.

3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

Brake Pad - Remove

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1. Remove the brake hose mounting bolt (A).

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2. Disconnect the connector (A).

NOTE: If the connector lock tab is difficult to release, push in on the connector body before pushing on the release lock.

3. Remove the caliper body (B).

NOTE: Check the hose and the pin boots for damage and deterioration.

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4. Remove the pad shims (A) and the brake pads (B).

NOTE: Be careful not to damage or deform the pad return springs (C).

5. Remove the pad retainers (D).

NOTE: The upper and lower pad retainers are different. During installation, make sure the pad retainers are in the proper positions.

6. Clean the caliper bracket (E) thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.

7. Verify that the caliper pins (F) move in and out smoothly. Clean and lube if needed.

Brake Disc - Inspect