Vehicle Damage Warnings

CAUTION: Always use the correct fastener in the correct location. Use the correct fastener part number to replace a fastener. If the correct fastener part number is not available, a fastener of equal size and strength may be used. Do not use a fastener that is stronger when the correct fastener part number is not available in the following applications:

^ Some bolts are designed to permanently stretch, and if a stronger fastener is used, the pad will not be tightened correctly. These permanently stretching bolts will be called out. The correct pad number fasteners must be used to replace this type of fastener because there Is no available equivalent.

^ Other bolts are designed to break if over tightened to prevent pad damage. If a stronger fastener is used pad damage may occur.

Fasteners that need to be replaced when removed will be called out. Fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant will be called out. The correct tightening specification and sequence must be used when Installing fasteners. Part or system damage may occur if the above Instructions are not followed.