Front
Front Disc BrakeWARNING: Use of any other than approved DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid will cause permanent damage to brake components and will render the brakes inoperative. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. If brake fluid contacts eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Get medical attention immediately. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with water.
CAUTION: Do not allow the brake master cylinder reservoir to run dry during the bleeding operation. Keep the brake master cylinder reservoir filled with DOT 3 motor vehicle brake fluid. Never reuse the brake fluid that has been drained from the hydraulic system.
1. Remove the front wheel and tire assemblies.
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2. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table. To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed stems:
3. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
4. If the hydraulic system was opened, bleed the brake system. For additional information, refer to Brake System Bleeding.
5. Inspect the brake system for correct operation.
Item 2: Brake Caliper Removal Note
1. CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang by the flexible brake hose.
Support the brake caliper to the vehicle.
Item 7: Brake Caliper Anchor Bracket Bolts Removal Note
1. If removing the brake disc, only remove the caliper bracket bolts and position the brake caliper and anchor bracket aside.
2. CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper and bracket assembly to hang by the flexible brake hose.
Support the caliper and bracket assembly to the vehicle.
Item 9: Brake Disc Bolts Removal Note
1. Mark the brake disc before removal.
2. Discard the brake disc screws after removal. Installing new disc screws are not necessary.
Item 10: Brake Disc Removal Note
1. If removing the brake disc, only remove the caliper bracket bolts and position the caliper and bracket aside.
2. NOTE: If the brake disc cannot be removed easily, apply rust penetrant and inhibitor on the brake disc to wheel hub mating surfaces.
Remove the front brake disc.
Item 11: Dust Shield Removal Note
1. To remove the dust shield, remove the wheel hub assembly.
Item 10: Brake Disc Installation Note
1. Use metal brake parts cleaner, clean the front brake disc and hub surfaces of any rust or debris.
2. CAUTION: Make sure to apply a thin coat of anti-seize lubricant to the hub flange only. Do not allow the lubricant to make contact with the wheel studs, brake pads or brake disc.
Apply a thin coat of anti-seize lubricant to the wheel hub flange.
Item 4: Slippers Installation Note
1. NOTE: Make sure the spring clip tabs point away from the brake disc.
Install the spring clips with the brake pads.
Item 3: Brake Disc Pads Installation Note
1. CAUTION: Install a new lining if worn to or past the specified thickness above the metal backing plate or if the pad is damaged. Install new pads in complete axle sets.
One brake disc pad kit contains the pads required for both sides.
2. If replacing the brake pads, use a suitable suction device, remove the brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir until it is half filled.
3. CAUTION: Do not pry in the brake caliper sight hole to retract the brake caliper pistons. Damage to the pistons and boot may occur.
If replacing the brake pads, use a suitable tool to push the brake caliper pistons into the caliper bore.
Item 1: Caliper Bolt Installation Note
1. Tighten the bottom caliper bolt and then the top caliper bolt.
Item 10: Brake Disc Inspection Note
1. NOTE: If machining is necessary use a hub-mount brake lathe to machine the front brake disc. For additional information, refer to Brake Disc Machining.
Measure the front brake disc, and resurface as necessary. Install a new front brake disc if beyond specification.