Warning: Refer to Bleed Procedure Warning in the Preface section.

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

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

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution in the Preface section.

Preliminary Procedures

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.

1

Brake Hose Bolt

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
40 N·m (30 lb ft)

2

Brake Hose Washer (Qty: 2)

Tip
Install the new brake hose bolt washers. Do not reuse the brake hose bolt washers.

3

Rear Brake Hose

Tip
Cap or plug the brake hose to prevent fluid loss and contamination for the brake system.

4

Brake Caliper Bolt (Qty: 2)

Tip
If removing the brake caliper to service the brake system, note that the rear or trailing slide bolt for the brake caliper bolt has an O-ring and is a smaller size bolt. DO NOT interchange the front or rear slide bolts.

Tighten
36 N·m (27 lb ft)

5

Rear Brake Caliper

Tip
Bleed the brake system anytime the system is opened for repairs. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.