Rear Brake Pads: Notes
CAUTION:
The rear disc brake rotors used on this vehicle are made from an aluminum silica carbide alloy. For this reason, only Mopar Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) replacement brake shoes using OEM friction material are to be used when brake shoe replacement is required. If brake shoes using friction material other then OEM friction material are used with aluminum rotors, severe scoring of rotor braking surfaces will occur. If braking surfaces of rotor become scored replacement of rotor will be required. The rear disc brake rotor used on this vehicle can not be machined.
WARNING:
Although factory installed brake linings used on this vehicle are made from asbestos free materials, some after market brake lining may contain asbestos. This should be taken into account when servicing a vehicle's brake system, when aftermarket brake linings may have been installed on the vehicle. Always wear a respirator when cleaning brake components as asbestos can cause serious bodily harm such as asbestos and or cancer. Never clean brake components by using compressed air, use only a vacuum cleaner specifically designed for the removal of brake dust. If a vacuum cleaner is not available, clean brake parts using only water dampened shop towels. DO NOT create brake lining dust by sanding brake linings when servicing a vehicle. Dispose of all dust and dirt suspected of containing asbestos fibers using only sealed airtight bags or containers. Follow all recommended safety practices prescribed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for handling and disposal of products containing asbestos.
During service procedures, grease or any other foreign material must be kept off caliper assembly, surfaces of braking rotor and external surfaces of hub. Handling of braking rotor and caliper should be done in such a way as to avoid deformation of rotor and scratching or nicking of brake linings. If inspection reveals that square sectioned caliper piston seal is worn or damaged, it should be replaced immediately. During removal and installation of a wheel and tire assembly, use care not to strike caliper.
NOTE:
Before vehicle is moved after any brake service work, pump brake pedal several times to insure vehicle has a firm brake pedal.