Brake Caliper Anchor Plate, Front

Brake Caliper Anchor Plate

Removal

Disc Brake System - Exploded View:

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. NOTE: Loosen but do not remove the 2 brake caliper bolts.

Loosen the 2 brake caliper bolts.

3. CAUTION: Do not use the brake caliper sight hole to retract the pistons as this can damage the pistons and boots.

CAUTION: When removing the brake caliper, never allow it to hang from the brake hose. Provide a suitable support.

Remove and discard the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper anchor plate, brake caliper and brake pads aside.
^ Make sure the steering stop is supported when the brake caliper anchor plate bolts are removed.

4. CAUTION: When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed. The brake pads are a one-time use only.

NOTE: The brake pads must be separated from the brake caliper before the brake caliper can be removed from the brake caliper anchor plate.

Using a suitable tool, separate the brake pads from the caliper.
5. Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts.
^ To install, tighten to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).

6. NOTE: Do not remove the anchor plate guide pins. The guide pins are press fit to the brake caliper anchor plate. If the guide pins are damage a new anchor plate must be installed.

Inspect the brake caliper anchor plate assembly.
^ Check the guide pins and boots for binding or damage.
^ Install a new brake caliper anchor plate if it is worn or damaged.

Installation
1. Position the brake caliper anchor plate and steering stop on the wheel knuckle and install 2 new bolts.
^ Tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).

2. Install the spring clips and brake pads into the anchor plate.
3. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 bolts.
^ Tighten to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).

4. With the vehicle engine running, apply 89 - 133 N (20 - 30 lbs.) of pressure on the brakes for approximately one minute, to make sure the brake pads adhere to the caliper before any contamination can be introduced.
5. Test the brakes for normal operation.