Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

WARNING: On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake system accumulator must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal a minimum of 25 times with the ignition in the OFF position.

1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assemblies.
3. Disconnect and remove parking brake cable from caliper.
4. Remove brake hose banjo bolt, discard sealing washers.





5. Remove guide pin.
6. Remove caliper locating pin cover, then caliper locating pin.
7. Lift caliper from friction pads and anchor frame assembly.

INSTALLATION

Fig. 14 Positioning Caliper Piston To Brake Pad Nib:

1. Using rear caliper piston adjuster T87P-2588-A, or equivalent, position one piston slot so it will engage nib on rear of brake pad.
2. Ensure all locating pin, guide pin, caliper and anchor frame mounting and sliding surfaces are clean and free of residues.
3. Place inner and outer pads into position on anchor frame.
4. Place caliper into position on anchor frame.
5. Apply a suitable thread lock compound to mounting threads of locating pin, then apply a suitable brake lubricant to sliding surface of locating pin.
6. Install locating pin.
7. Install guide pin locking into place with suitable cotter pin.
8. Install parking brake cable.
9. Install brake hose using new sealing washers, then perform brake bleeding procedure.
10. Install wheel and tire assemblies. Lower vehicle, then tighten lug nuts to 62 ft lb.
11. Apply brake pedal and parking brake several times to adjust rear brakes. Adjust parking brake cable if necessary.