FRONT BRAKE INSTALLATION

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure listed below is for the LH side.

PROCEDURE


  1. INSTALL FRONT DISC


    1. Align the matchmarks and install the front disc.

      Tech Tips

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

  2. INSTALL DISC BRAKE CYLINDER ASSEMBLY LH


    1. Install the disc brake cylinder assembly with the 2 bolts.

      Torque:
      185 N*m  { 1886 kgf*cm, 136 ft.*lbf }
    2. Using a union nut wrench, connect the brake tube to the disc brake cylinder assembly.

      Torque:
      15 N*m  { 155 kgf*cm, 11 ft.*lbf }

      Note

      Use the formula to calculate special torque values for situations where a union nut wrench is combined with a torque wrench Click here.

  3. INSTALL FRONT NO. 1 ANTI SQUEAL SHIM

    Note

    If necessary, replace the anti-squeal shim when replacing the brake pad.


    1. Install the front No. 1 anti-squeal shims to the front disc brake pads.

      Note

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

  4. INSTALL FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD


    1. Install the 2 front disc brake pads to the disc brake cylinder.

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

      Note

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

    3. Install the 2 hole pins.

    4. Install the pin hold clip.

      Note

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

  5. BLEED BRAKE LINE (for Hydraulic Brake Booster)

    Click here

  6. BLEED BRAKE LINE (for Vacuum Brake Booster)

    Click here

  7. INSTALL FRONT WHEEL

    Torque:
    for Aluminum Wheel
    103 N*m  { 1050 kgf*cm, 76 ft.*lbf }
    for Steel Wheel
    112 N*m  { 1137 kgf*cm, 82 ft.*lbf }