Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement
Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning Brake Dust Warning.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Removal and Replacement.
3. Remove the rear disc brake pads. Refer to Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement.
Note: Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.
4. Remove and discard the brake caliper bracket bolts (1).
5. Remove the brake caliper bracket (1).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1).
2. Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
* Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
* Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
* Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the caliper bracket bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers Fluid Type Specifications ,
* Ensure there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
* Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
Note: Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.
3. Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 100 Nm (74 lb ft) + 60 degrees.
4. Install the rear disc brake pads. Refer to Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement.
5. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation Removal and Replacement.
6. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
7. Slowly release the brake pedal.
8. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 6-7 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper piston and brake pads.