Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (Dual Piston)

Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (Dual Piston)

Removal Procedure
1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.





3. Remove the brake caliper hose bolt from the brake caliper.
4. Remove the 2 copper gaskets from the brake caliper bolt. These gaskets maybe stuck to the brake caliper and/or the brake hose end.
5. Discard the 2 copper gaskets.
6. Plug the opening in the front brake hose in order to prevent excessive brake fluid loss and contamination.
7. Remove the brake hose and washers from the brake caliper.





8. Remove the brake caliper guide pin bolts.





9. Remove the brake caliper assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the brake caliper on the mounting bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.





2. Install the brake caliper bolts to the mounting bracket.
Tighten the brake caliper bolts to 51 Nm (38 lb ft).

Notice: Refer to Installing Hoses without Twists or Bends Notice in Service Precautions.

Important: When performing the following service procedure, DO NOT reuse the old bolt washers. Always use new washers.





3. Install the brake hose bolt and washers.
Tighten the brake hose bolt to 54 Nm (40 lb ft).
4. Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper level.
5. Bleed the brake calipers.
6. Install the tire and wheel assembly,
7. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.