Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Front

Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Front
Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution in Cautions and Notices.


Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
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. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (Brake Caliper Replacement - Front) .




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. Refer to Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Front (Inspection - Front) .




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. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (Brake Caliper Replacement - Front) .
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 6-7 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.