Rear

REMOVAL

NOTE: Before proceeding, Brakes - Caution.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Maintenance

NOTE: Perform STEP 2 through STEP 6 on each side of the vehicle to complete pad set removal.





2. Remove the wheel mounting nuts (3), then the tire and wheel assembly (1).

NOTE: In some cases, it may be necessary to retract the caliper piston in its bore a small amount in order to provide sufficient clearance between the pads and the rotor to easily remove the caliper from the knuckle. This can usually be accomplished before the guide pin bolts are removed, by grasping the rear of the caliper and pulling outward working with the guide pins, thus retracting the piston. Never push on the piston directly as it may get damaged.





3. Remove the disc brake caliper (2) lower guide pin bolt (1).




CAUTION: When moving rear brake caliper upward, use extreme care not to damage or overextend the flex hose. Damage may occur.

4. Rotate the caliper (1) upward hinging off the upper guide pin bolt. Rotate the caliper upward just enough to allow brake pad removal. Hang the caliper assembly in this position using wire or a bungee cord.




5. Remove the inboard brake pad (5) from the caliper adapter bracket (3).
6. Remove the outboard brake pad (2) from the caliper (1) by prying the brake pad retaining clip over the raised area on the caliper. Slide the brake pad off of the brake caliper.