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Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J55)

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Fig 1: Rear Brake Caliper & Components (J55)
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Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J55)

Callout Component Name
WARNING:

Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning .

CAUTION:

Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution .

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove the tire and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  3. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper. Refer to Front Brake Hose Replacement .
1 Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
63 N.m (46 lb ft)
2 Brake Caliper
CAUTION:

Refer to Brake Caliper Supporting to Prevent Hose Damage Caution .

  • If removing the caliper to service the brake system, support the caliper with mechanics wire or a hook. DO NOT allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose.
  • Cap or plug the brake hose to prevent the brake system to become contaminated and brake fluid leakage.
  • Use a wheel nut to hold the rotor in place if removing the brake caliper.
  • Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) , Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
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