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Front Brake Pad: Installation

  1. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0777YA010) to the contact surface between pad and pad clip.
  2. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0777YA010) to the contact surface between inner pad and the rubber coat shim.
    NOTE:
    • Do not apply grease between the outer pad and the outer shim.
    • Do not install the inner shim and outer shim incorrectly.
    CAUTION: Replace the pad if there is oil or grease adhering to the pad surface.
    Fig 1: Identifying Grease Applying Area Outer Pad And Outer Shim
    G05327323Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Install the pad to support.
  4. Install the caliper body to the support.

    Tightening torque: 

    26 N.m (2.7 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb) 

    NOTE: If it is difficult to push the piston during pad replacement, loosen the air bleeder to facilitate work.
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