Front Pads
If equipped with an air bag, disconnect the negative battery cable and properly disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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Loosen the lug nuts, then raise and support the vehicle safely.
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Remove the wheel.
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As required, separate the brake hose clamp from the strut or knuckle by removing the retaining bolts.
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Remove the lower caliper retaining bolt and pivot the caliper upward, off the pads.
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Remove the lower caliper retaining bolt ...
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... and pivot the caliper upward, off the pads
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5. Remove the pads, shims....
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6. and retainers.
To Install:
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Front brake pad components
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Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust from the lip of the disc or rotor. Check the brake rotor for grooves or cracks. If any heavy scoring is present, the rotor must be replaced.
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Install the pad retainers. Apply a brake-quiet compound (available at most auto parts strores) to both surfaces of the shims and the back of the disc brake pads. Do not get the compound on the braking surface of the pad.
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Install the pads and shims. The pad with the wear indicator goes in the inboard position.
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Push in the caliper piston so the caliper will fit over the pads. This is most easily accomplished with a large C-clamp. As the piston is forced back into the caliper, fluid will be forced back into the master cylinder reservoir. It may be necessary to siphon some fluid out to prevent overflowing.
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Pivot the caliper down into position and tighten the mounting bolt to 33 ft. lbs. (45 Nm).
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Connect the brake hose to the strut or knuckle, if removed. Install the wheel and lower the vehicle to the ground.
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Check the master cylinder and add fluid as required, then install the master cylinder cover.
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Depress the brake pedal several times and make sure that the movement feels normal. The first brake pedal application may result in a very "long" pedal due to the pistons being retracted. Always make several brake applications before starting the vehicle. Bleeding is not usually necessary after pad replacement.
Braking should be moderate for the first 5 miles or so until the new pads seat correctly. The new pads will bed best if put through several moderate heating and cooling cycles. Avoid hard braking until the brakes have experienced several long, slow stops with time to cool in between. Taking the time to properly bed the brakes will yield quieter operation, more efficient stopping and contribute to extended brake life.
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If equipped, enable the SRS system and connect the negative battery cable.(if you are doing all 4 dont do this until you finish with the read pads)
Rear Pads
If equipped with an air bag, disconnect the negative battery cable and properly disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) if your doing all 4 at the same time, you have already done this.
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Loosen the lug nuts, then Raise and safely support the vehicle on jackstands.
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Remove the rear wheel.
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Remove the 2 caliper mounting bolts and remove the caliper from the bracket.
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Remove the pads, shims and pad retainers.
To install:
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Clean the caliper thoroughly removing any dirt or dust. Check the brake rotor for grooves or cracks; machine or replace, as necessary.
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Install the pad retainers. Apply a disc brake pad lubricant to both surfaces of the shims and the back of the disc brake pads. Do not get any lubricant on the braking surface of the pad.
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Install the pads and shims.
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Use a suitable tool to rotate the caliper piston clockwise into the caliper bore, enough to fit over the brake pads. Lubricate the piston boot with silicone grease to avoid twisting the piston boot.
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The piston must be rotated to seat it in its bore
10.Install the brake caliper, aligning the cut-out in the piston with the tab on the inner pad. Tighten the mounting bolts.
11. Install the wheel. Lower the vehicle.
12. Check the fluid in the master cylinder and add as required. Depress the brake pedal several times to seat the pads.
13. If equipped, enable the SRS system and connect the negative battery cable.
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