Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement Fixed-Mount

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

1. Remove approximately 2/3 of the brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir.

Important: Do not empty the reservoir.

2. Raise and support the vehicle with safety stands. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Important: The disc brake caliper does NOT need to be removed in order to remove and install the disc brake pads.




4. Remove the brake pad retainer spring bolt.
5. Remove the brake pad retainer spring.
6. Using a suitable tool, lever between the disc brake pad and the rotor in order to compress the caliper pistons into the bores.
7. Remove the rear inboard disc brake pad by lifting the disc brake pad straight up.
8. Remove the rear outboard disc brake pad by lifting the disc brake pad straight up.

1. Install the new inboard rear brake pad to the caliper.
2. Install the new outboard rear brake pad to the caliper.
3. Install the brake pad retainer spring to the boss in the disc brake caliper.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

4. Install the brake pad retainer spring bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the brake pad retainer spring bolt to 41 N·m (30 lb ft).

Important: Inspect the fluid level in the master cylinder reservoir after pumping the brake pedal.

5. Pump the brake pedal several times in order to ensure that the pedal is firm and the brake linings are seated.
6. Inspect the brake fluid level in the master cylinder. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to: Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
8. Lower the vehicle.