Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear

Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution in Service Precautions.

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice in Service Precautions.

1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.





6. Install a large C-clamp over the body of the brake caliper with the C-clamp ends against the rear of the caliper body and against the outer brake pad.
7. Tighten the C-clamp until the caliper piston is compressed into the caliper bore enough to allow the caliper to slide past the brake rotor.
8. Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.





9. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt from the brake caliper.
10. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
11. Remove and discard the 2 copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper and/or the brake hose end.
12. Cap or plug the opening in the brake caliper and the brake hose to prevent fluid loss and contamination.





13. Remove the 2 brake caliper pin bolts.





14. Remove the park brake cable from the caliper.
15. Remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper bracket.

Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the caliper slide boots for cuts, tears, or deterioration. If damaged, replace the slides and boots.





2. Install the brake caliper to the brake caliper bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the 2 brake caliper pin bolts.
Tighten the brake caliper pin bolts to 35 Nm (26 lb ft).





4. Install the park brake cable to the caliper.





5. Remove the caps or plugs from the brake caliper opening and the brake hose.

Important: DO NOT reuse the copper brake hose gaskets.

6. Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets to the brake hose-to-caliper bolt and to the brake hose.
7. Install the brake hose and the brake hose-to-caliper bolt to the brake caliper.
Tighten the brake caliper bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
8. Bleed the hydraulic brake system.
9. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
10. Slowly release the brake pedal.
11. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 11 and 12 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
12. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
13. Lower the vehicle.
14. Apply and release the park brake pedal 4 times.