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
in Tires and Wheels.
- Inspect the caliper operation. Refer to
Brake Caliper Inspection
.
- Remove the caliper. Refer to
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement
.
- Remove the caliper bracket bolts.
- Remove the caliper bracket from the mounting plate.
- Inspect the caliper and
the caliper bracket. Refer to
Brake Caliper Inspection
.
Installation Procedure
- Install the caliper bracket
to the mounting plate.
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.
- Install the caliper
bracket bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the caliper bracket bolts to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).
- Install the caliper. Refer to
Rear Brake Caliper Replacement
.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately
2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 6-7 until a firm brake
pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake
pads.
- Fill the brake master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to
Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
in Hydraulic
Brakes.