Brake Caliper: Installation
- Install the brake caliper.
- Tighten the brake caliper upper bolt to 35 Nm (26 lb.ft).
- Install the brake pads. See Brake Pads .
- Connect the brake hose to the brake caliper.
- Clean the component mating faces.
- Remove the blanking caps from the ports.
- Install new sealing washers.
- Tighten the brake hose union to 32 Nm (24 lb.ft).
- Connect the brake pad wear indicator sensor.
- Bleed the brake caliper. Refer to Component Bleeding - Vehicles With: Standard Brakes article.
- Install the wheel and tire.
- Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).
NOTE:
Use an additional wrench to prevent the component from rotating.
NOTE:
Make sure the brake pads are installed in the correct orientation.