Front

WARNING:
- Never use an air hose or dry brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner to avoid breathing brake dust.
- Loosen the front wheel nuts slightly, then raise the vehicle and support on safety stands. Remove the front wheels.

REMOVAL

Front Brake Assembly:

- Remove the caliper bolt (pin A), and pivot the caliper up out of the way.

NOTE: Check the hoses and pin boots for damage and deterioration.

Pad And Shim Location:

- Remove the pad shims, pad retainers and pads.
- Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.
- Check the brake disc for damage and cracks.

INSTALLATION

Pad Retainer Installation:

- Install the pad retainers.

Pad And Shim Installation:

- Apply Molykote M77 grease to the both sides of the pad shims and the back of the pads. Wipe excess grease off the shim.
- Install the brake pads and pad shims correctly.

NOTE: When reusing the pads, always reinstall the brake pads in their original positions to prevent loss of braking efficiency. Install the pad with the wear indicator on the inside.

WARNING: Contaminated brake discs or pads reduce stopping ability. Keep grease off the discs and pads.

Caliper Bolt Installation:

- Push in the piston so that the caliper will fit over the pads. Make sure that the piston boot is in position to prevent damaging it when pivoting the caliper down.
- Pivot the caliper down into position, then install caliper bolt (pin A) and tighten it.

Specs:
Caliper Bolt 74 Nm (54 lb.ft.).

WARNING: Be careful not damage the pin boot when pivoting the caliper down.

- Depress the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes work, then road-test.

NOTE: Engagement of the brake may require a greater pedal stroke immediately after the brake pads have been replaced as a set. Several applications of the brake pedal will restore the normal pedal stroke.

- After installation, check for leaks at hose and line joints or connections, and retighten if necessary.