Caliper, Disc Brake: Installation: Front
- Install the caliper (4) on the adapter.
- Caliper slide pins should be free from debris and lightly lubricated.
- Install the caliper slide pin bolts (3) and tighten to 35 N.m (26 ft. lbs.).
- Gently lift one end of the slide pin boot to equalize air pressure, then release the boot and verify that the boot is fully covering the slide pin.CAUTION:
Verify brake hose is not twisted or kinked before tightening banjo bolt.
- Install brake hose (1) to caliper (4) with new copper washers (6) and tighten banjo bolt (6) to 31 N.m (23 ft. lbs.).
- Verify brake fluid level.
- Remove the prop rod from the brake pedal.
- Bleed the area of repair for the brake system, If a proper pedal is not felt during bleeding an area of repair then a base bleed system must be performed. . Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- Install wheel and tire assemblies.
- Remove supports and lower vehicle.