FRONT BRAKE (except 6-Pot Caliper) INSTALLATION

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedures for the LH side and RH side.

  • The procedures listed below are for the LH side.

Note

While the battery is connected, even if the engine switch is off, the brake control system activates when the brake pedal is depressed or the door courtesy switch turns on. Therefore during servicing of the brake system components, do not operate the brake pedal and open/close the doors while the battery is connected.


  1. INSTALL FRONT DISC

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    *A for 18 inch Disc

    Note

    The 18 inch disc has an identification mark. Make sure of the identification mark when installing the disc.

    Item Identification mark
    18 inch disc LH L
    18 inch disc RH R

    Tech Tips

    The 17 inch disc has no identification mark. The disc can be installed to the LH or RH side.


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      *a Matchmark

      Align the matchmarks, and install the front disc.

      Tech Tips

      When replacing the front disc with a new one, select the installation position where the front disc has the minimum runout.

  2. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY LH


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      Install the disc brake caliper with 2 new bolts.

      Torque:
      135 N*m  { 1377 kgf*cm, 100 ft.*lbf }

  3. CONNECT FRONT BRAKE FLEXIBLE HOSE


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      Connect the flexible hose with a new union bolt and a new gasket.

      Torque:
      39 N*m  { 400 kgf*cm, 29 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Install the flexible hose lock securely in the lock hole in the disc brake caliper.

  4. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD KIT

    Note


    • When replacing worn pads, the anti-squeal shims must be replaced together with the pad.

    • When installing the shim, make sure its arrow is pointing in the direction the disc rotates during forward movement.

    • Install each shim in the correct position and facing the correct direction.

    • Install each pad as shown in the illustration below.

    • There should be no oil or grease on the friction surfaces of the pads and disc.

    • When the brake pedal is first depressed after replacing the brake pad, DTC C1341, C1342, C1343 and/or C1344 may be output. As there is no malfunction, clear the DTC(s).


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      *1 Retainer
      *2 Pad Wear Indicator Wire

      Install the pad wear indicator wire and a new retainer to the inner pad.

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      Connect the pad wear indicator wire connector (labeled A).

    3. Attach the clamp (labeled B) and bleeder plug cap (labeled C).

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      *1 No. 1 Anti-squeal Shim
      *2 No. 2 Anti-squeal Shim
      *3 Disc Brake Pad
      *4 Anti-rattle Spring
      *5 Disc brake grease

      Install the anti-rattle spring to each pad.

      Tech Tips

      Install the spring lock so that it fits securely in the groove of the pad.

    5. Apply disc brake grease to the sides of the 2 No. 1 anti-squeal shims that contact the disc brake pad.

      Note

      Do not apply grease to the sides of the 2 No. 1 anti-squeal shims that contact the No. 2 anti-squeal shims.

    6. Install the No. 1 and No. 2 anti-squeal shims to each pad.

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      Install the 2 pads to the disc brake caliper.

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      Install the front disc brake anti-rattle spring between the 2 pads.

      Note

      The anti-rattle spring can be used again if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation, cracks or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off.

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      *1 Anti-rattle Spring
      *2 Hole Pin

      Install the front disc brake anti-rattle spring to the disc brake caliper.

      Note

      The anti-rattle spring can be used again if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation, cracks or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off.

    10. While pressing the area labeled A, install the 2 front disc brake anti-rattle with hole pins.

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      While pressing the area labeled A, slightly pull out the hole pin (labeled B) from the brake caliper, and install the pin hold clip.

      Note

      The pin hold clip can be used again if it has sufficient rebound; no deformation or wear; and has had all rust, dirt and foreign particles cleaned off.

  5. CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

  6. INSTALL COWL TOP VENTILATOR LOUVER


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      for LHD:

      Install the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver RH.

      Note

      If the cowl top ventilator louver RH is not properly installed, water may leak into the engine room and cause malfunctions. Therefore, make sure the cowl top ventilator louver RH is installed properly.

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      for RHD:

      Install the 6 clips and cowl top ventilator louver LH.

      Note

      If the cowl top ventilator louver LH is not properly installed, water may leak into the engine room and cause malfunctions. Therefore, make sure the cowl top ventilator louver LH is installed properly.

  7. BLEED BRAKE LINE


    1. Bleed brake line.


      1. Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir filler cap assembly.

      2. Add brake fluid into the reservoir between MAX and MIN level on the brake fluid reservoir.

        Brake fluid
        SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT3

      3. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3 and turn the power switch on (IG).

      4. Turn the intelligent tester on and enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRC / Utility / Air Bleeding.

      5. Select the "Usual air bleeding / All Line" and bleed brake line according to the intelligent tester display.

      6. After air bleeding, tighten each bleeder plug.

        Torque:
        for Front Brake (except 6-pot caliper)
        11 N*m  { 110 kgf*cm, 8 ft.*lbf }
        for Front Brake (6-pot caliper)
        19 N*m  { 194 kgf*cm, 14 ft.*lbf }
        for Rear Brake
        11 N*m  { 110 kgf*cm, 8 ft.*lbf }

    2. Clear the DTCs Click here.

    3. Turn the intelligent tester off and turn the power switch off.

    4. Inspect for brake fluid leaks.

    5. Adjust the brake fluid level in the reservoir Click here.

  8. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

    Torque:
    140 N*m  { 1428 kgf*cm, 103 ft.*lbf }

  9. CLEAR DTC

    Click here

  10. CHECK FOR DTC


    1. If any DTC is set, perform the troubleshooting for that DTC Click here.