Front

Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Front

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Service Precautions.

Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.





3. Remove the caliper from the mounting bracket and support the caliper with heavy mechanic's wire or equivalent. DO NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper.
4. Remove the disc brake pads from the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
5. Remove the disc brake pad retainers from the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
6. Inspect the disc brake hardware.





7. Remove the caliper pin boots (4) from the disc brake caliper mounting bracket (3).

Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the front brake caliper bushings, bolts and seals with high temperature silicone brake lubricant.





2. Install the caliper pin boots (4) to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket (3).





3. Install the disc brake pad retainers to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
4. Install the disc brake pads to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
5. Install the disc brake caliper to the caliper mounting bracket.
6. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
7. Slowly release the brake pedal.
8. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 7-8 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.