Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear

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

Important: Brake fluid in the caliper is subject to contamination by heat. Do not force the contaminated fluid back through the brake system.

3. Open the bleeder screw.





4. Attach a tube over the bleeder screw to catch the brake fluid in a container.
5. Compress the pistons into caliper housing bore to provide clearance between linings and rotor.





6. Use a punch to drive the rear brake caliper retaining pins (1) out of the rear brake caliper from the outside inward.
7. Remove the rear brake caliper spring retainer (2).





8. Remove the brake pads.





9. Remove the rear brake caliper pipe (1).
10. Remove the rear brake caliper bolts (2).
11. Remove the rear brake caliper.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the caliper.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the rear brake caliper bolts (2).
^ Tighten the rear brake caliper bolts (2) to 80 Nm (59 lb ft).
3. Install the rear brake caliper pipe (1) to the caliper.
^ Tighten the brake caliper pipe fitting to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).
4. Install the brake pads.





5. Perform the following steps to install the rear brake caliper retaining pins:
5.1. Use a punch to drive the first pin (2) into the caliper. Ensure the pin (2) inserts through the holes in the brake pads.
5.2. Install the rear brake caliper spring retainer (1).
5.3. Install the second pin (2). Ensure the pin (2) inserts through the holes in the brake pads.
6. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
8. Lower the vehicle.