Rear Brake Pad, Brake Caliper & Brake Rotor: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus IS F. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- INSTALL REAR DISC
- Align matchmarks of the rear disc and rear axle hub, and install the rear discNOTE: When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the rear disc has minimal runout.
- Align matchmarks of the rear disc and rear axle hub, and install the rear disc
- INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
- Install the rear disc brake cylinder assembly to the rear axle carrier with the 2 bolts
Torque: 54 N*m (551 kgf*cm, 40 ft.*lbf)
- Install the rear disc brake cylinder assembly to the rear axle carrier with the 2 bolts
- INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE ANTI-SQUEAL SHIM
- Apply disc brake grease to the rear disc brake anti-squeal shims and rear disc brake pads as shown in the illustrationNOTE: When applying the disc brake grease, use the grease enclosed with a rear disc brake pad kit or supplied grease (Part No. 90998-94072) or equivalent.
- Install the anti-squeal shims to each brake pad.
NOTE:- Apply grease to the area that contacts the anti-squeal shims.
- When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims must be replaced together with the pads.
- Install the shims in the correct position and direction.
- The grease can seep out slightly from the area where the anti-squeal shim is installed.
- There should be no oil or grease on the friction surfaces of the pads and the disc.
- Apply disc brake grease to the rear disc brake anti-squeal shims and rear disc brake pads as shown in the illustration
- INSTALL REAR DISC BRAKE PAD NOTE: Be sure to inspect the rear disc when replacing the brake pads with new ones (See INSPECTION ).
- Install the rear disc brake pads to the rear disc brake cylinder assemblyNOTE:
- The rear disc brake pad with a pad wear indicator must be installed to the outside position.
- Match the arrow mark on the rear disc brake pad to the forward rotational direction.
- Using a pin punch (5 mm) and a hammer, install the pad guide pin (lower) to the rear disc brake cylinder assemblyNOTE:
- Do not damage the disc brake cylinder surface.
- Securely engage the ring of the pad guide pin (lower) to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.
- Install the anti-rattle spring to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.NOTE: Securely install the anti-rattle spring in the correct position and direction.
- Holding the anti-rattle spring, insert the pad guide pin (upper) to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.
- Using a pin punch (5 mm) and a hammer, install the pad guide pin (upper) to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.
NOTE:- Do not damage the disc brake cylinder surface.
- Securely engage the ring of the pad guide pin to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly.
- Install the rear disc brake pads to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly
- CONNECT REAR FLEXIBLE HOSE
- Connect the rear flexible hose to the rear disc brake cylinder assembly with the union bolt and a new gasket.
Torque: 39 N*m (398 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf)
NOTE: Install the flexible hose lock securely in the lock hole in the rear disc brake cylinder assembly. - FILL RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- BLEED BRAKE LINE (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- INSPECT FOR BRAKE FLUID LEAK
- INSPECT BRAKE FLUID LEVEL (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION )
- ADJUST PARKING BRAKE SHOE CLEARANCE AND PARKING BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL (See ADJUSTMENT )
- INSTALL REAR WHEEL
Torque: 103 N*m (1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf)