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Brake Caliper Mounting Plate Replacement Front, Bendix

Use the brake caliper mounting plate in order to mount all of the stationary brake components. An L or R following the part number cast on the back of the plates indicates left or right side mounting. Some plates may also have an L or R painted on the front.

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 237266  Size: SH
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Remove the brake caliper . Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  4. Remove the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  5. Remove the bolts and washers.
  6. Remove the brake caliper mounting plate .
  7. Inspect the support rails for rust, corrosion, and wear.
  8. Clean the support rails with a wire brush.
  9. Inspect the brake caliper mounting plate for cracks or elongated bolt holes.
  10. Replace the mounting plate if necessary.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 237266  Size: SH
  1. Install the brake caliper mounting plate  to the steering knuckle.
  2. Important: Ensure that the threads are clean and greaseless before applying threadlocker.

  3. Apply 272 threadlocker to the threads of each brake caliper mounting plate bolt.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the bolts and washers.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the brake shield bolts to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).
        • Tighten the brake caliper mounting plate bolts to 280 N·m (206 lb ft).
  7. Install the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  8. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  9. Remove the blocks.

Brake Caliper Mounting Plate Replacement Front, Dayton-Walther

Use the brake caliper mounting plate in order to mount all of the stationary brake components. An L or R following the part number cast on the back of the plates indicates left or right side mounting. Some plates may also have an L or R painted on the front.

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 260919  Size: SH
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Remove the brake caliper (6). Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  4. Remove the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  5. Remove the bolts and washers (3,5).
  6. Remove the brake caliper mounting plate (4).
  7. Inspect the support rails for rust, corrosion, and wear.
  8. Clean the support rails with a wire brush.
  9. Inspect the brake caliper mounting plate (4) for cracks or elongated bolt holes.
  10. Replace the mounting plate if necessary.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 260919  Size: SH
  1. Install the brake caliper mounting plate (4) to the steering knuckle.
  2. Important: Ensure that the threads are clean and greaseless before applying threadlocker.

  3. Apply 272 threadlocker to the threads of each brake caliper mounting plate bolt.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the bolts and washers (3, 5).
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the brake shield bolts to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).
        • Tighten the brake caliper mounting plate bolts to 280 N·m (206 lb ft).
  7. Install the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  8. Install the brake caliper (6). Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  9. Remove the blocks.

Brake Caliper Mounting Plate Replacement Rear, Bendix Rail Slider

Use the brake caliper mounting plate in order to mount all of the stationary brake components. An L or R following the part number cast on the back of the plates indicates left or right side mounting. Some plates may also have an L or R painted on the front.

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 237274  Size: MH
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Remove the brake caliper (5). Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  4. Remove the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  5. Remove the bolts and washers.
  6. Remove the brake caliper mounting plate (4).
  7. Inspect the support rails for rust, corrosion, and wear.
  8. Clean the support rails with a wire brush.
  9. Inspect the brake caliper mounting plate for cracks or elongated bolt holes.
  10. Replace the mounting plate if necessary.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 237274  Size: MH
  1. Install the brake caliper mounting plate (4) to the steering knuckle.
  2. Important: Ensure that the threads are clean and greaseless before applying threadlocker.

  3. Apply 272 threadlocker to the threads of each brake caliper mounting plate bolt.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the bolts and washers.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the brake shield bolts to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).
        • Tighten the brake caliper mounting plate bolts to 280 N·m (206 lb ft).
  7. Install the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  8. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  9. Remove the blocks.

Brake Caliper Mounting Plate Replacement Rear, Dayton-Walther

Use the brake caliper mounting plate in order to mount all of the stationary brake components. An L or R following the part number cast on the back of the plates indicates left or right side mounting. Some plates may also have an L or R painted on the front.

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 237280  Size: MH
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  2. Block the wheels.
  3. Remove the brake caliper (5). Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  4. Remove the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  5. Remove the bolts and washers.
  6. Remove the brake caliper mounting plate (4).
  7. Inspect the support rails for rust, corrosion, and wear.
  8. Clean the support rails with a wire brush.
  9. Inspect the brake caliper mounting plate for cracks or elongated bolt holes.
  10. Replace the mounting plate if necessary.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 237280  Size: MH
  1. Install the brake caliper mounting plate (4) to the steering knuckle.
  2. Important: Ensure that the threads are clean and greaseless before applying threadlocker.

  3. Apply 272 threadlocker to the threads of each brake caliper mounting plate bolt.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the bolts and washers.
  6. Tighten

        • Tighten the brake shield bolts to 32 N·m (24 lb ft).
        • Tighten the brake caliper mounting plate bolts to 280 N·m (206 lb ft).
  7. Install the hub and brake rotor assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement in Front Suspension.
  8. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .
  9. Remove the blocks.