For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove 2/3 of the brake fluid from the master cylinder.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Using a C-clamp or the equivalent, compress the caliper piston until the caliper piston bottoms in the bore.
- Disconnect the brake hose at caliper by removing the inlet fitting bolt.
- Remove the caliper mounting bolts.
- Remove the caliper.
- Inspect the caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Inspection .
Installation Procedure
- Install the caliper.
- Install the caliper mounting bolts.
- Connect the brake hose at caliper by installing the inlet fitting bolt.
- Bleed the brakes. Refer to Antilock Brake System Automated Bleed Procedure .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the caliper guide pin bolts to 108 N·m (80 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the inlet fitting bolt to 52 N·m (38 lb ft)
