Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Rotor: Installation

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Install the disc rotor. If reusing the disc rotor, align the matching mark on the disc rotor and wheel hub assembly for installation as shown.
CAUTION: Align the matching marks on wheel hub assembly and disc rotor, if reusing the disc rotor.

Fig 1: Identifying Union Bolt And Copper Washer
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Install the brake caliper assembly, and tighten the torque member bolts to the specified torque.
CAUTION: Do not allow oil or any moisture on all contact surfaces between steering knuckle and caliper assembly, bolts, and washer.
Install the brake hose with two new copper washers, using the L shaped pin for alignment as shown, then tighten the union bolt to the specified torque.
CAUTION: Do not reuse the copper washers.

Fig 2: Identifying Union Bolt And Copper Washer
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Refill the brake hydraulic system with new brake fluid and bleed out the air. Refer to "BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM ".
Check the front disc brakes for drag.
Install the front wheel and tire. Refer to "ADJUSTMENT ".