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Replacement

Brake Hose-To-Caliper Connection:





Remove or Disconnect
1. Siphon two-thirds of fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
2. Raise and suitably support vehicle.
3. Tire and wheel assembly.
4. Brake hose union bolt. Place a container beneath hose to catch escaping fluid. Discard union fitting washers.

Removing Caliper Mounting Bolts:





5. Two caliper mounting bolt.
6. Caliper from caliper carrier.

Inspect: Mounting bolts, slide caliper pins and dust boots for corrosion and wear. Replace any part exhibiting such conditions.

Install or Connect
1. Lubricate caliper mounting with silicone grease.
2. Caliper to caliper carrier; secure with two caliper mounting bolts.

^ Tighten Caliper mounting bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).

3. Brake hose union bolt with new washers.

^ Tighten Brake hose union bolt to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).

4. Tire and wheel assembly.
5. Lower vehicle.
6. Fill master cylinder fluid reservoir.
7. Bleed brake system. Service and Repair