Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

1

Brake Hose Fitting Bolt

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
40 N·m (30 lb ft)

2

Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (Qty: 2)

Tip
DO NOT reuse the brake hose fitting gaskets. Install NEW gaskets.

3

Front Brake Hose

Tip
Plug the brake hose fitting to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

4

Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten
34 N·m (25 lb ft)

5

Brake Caliper

Procedure

1. If any of the disc brake caliper hardware is found to have excessive wear, replace the hardware. Refer to Front Disc Brake Hardware Replacement.
2. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
3. After the installation is complete and with the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
4. Slowly release the brake pedal.
5. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 3-4 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper piston and the brake pads.
6. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.
7. Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing.