Front Brake Caliper Replacement

Front Brake Caliper Replacement

Removal Procedure




Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning (Brake Dust Warning).

Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning (Brake Fluid Irritant Warning).

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Remove the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).

Note: Collect the brake fluid and the seal apertures.

3. Remove the banjo bolt (1) from the brake caliper.

Note: Overhaul the brake caliper or the brake carrier if the brake caliper is leaking, protective cap on the brake caliper is damaged, sealing sleeve for the brake carrier is damaged or the guide bolts are corroded. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Overhaul (Overhaul).

4. Remove the front brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement).
5. Remove the brake carrier (2) from the steering knuckle.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

Note: Clean the thread and insert the bolts with the locking compound.

1. Install the brake carrier to the steering knuckle.

Tighten the brake carrier to steering knuckle bolt to 100 Nm (74 lb ft).

2. Install the front brake pads. Refer to Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement (Front Disc Brake Pads Replacement).

Note: Ensure that the brake hose is not twisted.

3. Install the brake hose to the brake caliper with new seal rings.

Tighten the brake hose to brake caliper banjo bolt to 40 Nm (30 lb ft).

4. Install the front wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair).
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Bleed the brake system and check for leaks. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Service and Repair).
7. Actuate the brake pedal repeatedly.
8. Top up the brake fluid to the MAX mark. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling (Procedures).