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Front Disc Brake Assembly: Installation

  1. Install the support to the housing.

    Tightening torque: 

    80 N.m (8.2 kgf-m, 59 ft-lb) 

  2. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0777YA010) to the contact surface between pad and pad clip.
  3. 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.
      Fig 1: Identifying Grease Apply Area Outer Pad And Outer Shim
      G05327332Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Install the pad to support.
  5. Install the caliper body to the support.

    Tightening torque: 

    26 N.m (2.7 kgf-m, 19.2 ft-lb) 

  6. Connect the brake hose using the new gaskets.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb) 

    CAUTION: When connecting the brake hose, do not twist it.
  7. Bleed air from the brake system. <Ref. to AIR BLEEDING . >