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Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement

Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement



Callout Component Name
Refer to Brake Dust Warning .

Warning

Suspend the brake caliper with a strong steel wire or similar. This applies every time the caliper is removed from its mounting with the brake hose is still attached. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak.



Preliminary Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

3. Unbolt and support the brake calliper with heavy mechanic wire or equivalent, without disconnecting the hydraulic brake flexible hose.


1

Bracket Bolt (Qty: 2)

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Procedures

1. Remove the bracket bolts from the steering gear knuckle.

2. Install NEW bolts.


Tighten

150 Nm (111 lb ft) + 45 degrees + 15 degrees

2

Front Brake Caliper Bracket



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