Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Inspect the brake fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
5. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

1

Brake Hose Fitting Bolt

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
54 N·m (40 lb ft)

2

Brake Hose Fitting

Tip
Cap the brake hose fitting and plug the brake caliper inlet port to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.

3

Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (Qty: 2)

Procedure

1. Discard the brake hose fitting gaskets.
2. Install new brake hose fitting gaskets.

4

Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tighten
44 N·m (32 lb ft)

5

Brake Caliper

Procedure

1. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
2. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
3. Slowly release the brake pedal.
4. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 2-3 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and the brake pads.