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With 17" Wheel

  1. Install the support on housing.

    Tightening torque: 

    80 N.m (8.2kgf-m, 59 ft-lb) 

  2. Apply a thin coat of Molykote M7439 to pad clip.
    Fig 1: Locating Molykote M7439 Applying Point (17 Inch)
    G03832960Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0777YA010) to the frictional portion between pad and inner shim.
    Fig 2: Locating Molykote AS880N Applying Point (1 Of 2) (17 Inch)
    G03832961Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0779YA010) to the three frictional portions between inner shim and outer shim of outer pads.
    Fig 3: Locating Molykote AS880N Applying Point (2 Of 2) (17 Inch)
    G03832962Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Install the pad on support.
    NOTE: Install the pad indicator in proper direction.
    Fig 4: Identifying Brake Pad Indicator Installation Proper Direction
    G03832963Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION:
    • Correctly install the pad return spring to supporting surface of pad clip as shown in Fig 5 .
    • When the pad return spring is deformed or damaged, replace the brake pad with new one.
    Fig 5: Installing Pad Return Spring
    G03832964Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Install the caliper body on support.
  7. Using new brake hose gaskets, connect the brake hose.

    Tightening torque: 

    18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb) 

  8. Bleed air from brake system.