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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

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

  1. Remove the rear brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 2136345  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the brake pipe fitting (1) from the wheel cylinder.
  4. Cap the brake pipe fitting and plug the wheel cylinder inlet port to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.


    Object Number: 2136346  Size: SH
  5. Remove the wheel cylinder bolts (1).

  6. Object Number: 2136347  Size: SH
  7. Remove the wheel cylinder (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2136347  Size: SH
  1. Install the wheel cylinder (1).
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 2136346  Size: SH
  3. Install the wheel cylinder bolts (1) and tighten to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

  4. Object Number: 2136345  Size: SH
  5. Connect the brake pipe fitting (1) to the wheel cylinder and tighten to  19 N·m (14 lb ft).
  6. Install the rear brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement.
  7. Bleed the wheel cylinder. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.