FRONT BRAKE > INSTALLATION

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1. Align the matchmarks of the disc and axle hub, and install the disc.
   

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   *1

   Matchmark

   NOTICE:

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

1. Install the disc brake cylinder mounting to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.
   

   Torque:

   107 N*m{ 1089 kgf*cm , 79 ft.*lbf }

1. Apply a light layer of lithium soap base glycol grease to the entire circumference of 2 new front disc brake bushing dust boots as shown in the illustration.
   

2. Install the 2 front disc brake bushing dust boots to the disc brake cylinder mounting.
   

1. Apply a light layer of lithium soap base glycol grease to the entire circumference of the 2 front disc brake cylinder slide pins as shown in the illustration.
   

2. Install the 2 front disc brake cylinder slide pins to the cylinder mounting.
   

1. Install the No. 1 front disc brake pad support plate and No. 2 front disc brake pad support plate to the front disc brake cylinder mounting.
   

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   *1	No. 1 Front Disc Brake Pad Support Plate
   *2	No. 2 Front Disc Brake Pad Support Plate

   NOTICE:

   Be sure to install each front disc brake pad support plate in the correct position and direction.

1. Install the 2 No. 1 front anti squeal shims and No. 2 front anti squeal shim to each brake pad.
   

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   *1	No. 1 Front Anti Squeal Shim (Inner)
   *2	Front Disc Brake Pad (w/ Indicator)
   *3	Front Disc Brake Pad
   *4	No. 1 Front Anti Squeal Shim (Outer)
   *5	No. 2 Front Anti Squeal Shim

   NOTICE:

   1. When replacing worn pads, the anti squeal shims must be replaced together with the pads.
      
   2. Install the shims in the correct positions and directions.
      

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

   NOTICE:

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

1. Hold the front disc brake cylinder slide pin and install the disc brake cylinder assembly to the disc brake cylinder mounting with the 2 bolts.
   

   Torque:

   34 N*m{ 347 kgf*cm , 25 ft.*lbf }

1. Connect the front flexible hose to the disc brake cylinder assembly with the union bolt and a new gasket.
   

   Torque:

   30 N*m{ 301 kgf*cm , 22 ft.*lbf }

   HINT:

   Install the flexible hose lock securely into the lock hole in the disc brake cylinder.

1. Fill the reservoir with brake fluid.
   

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   *1	MAX Line
   *2	MIN Line

   Brake Fluid:

   SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
   

   NOTICE:

   Add brake fluid to keep the level between the MIN and MAX lines of the reservoir while bleeding the brakes.

NOTICE:

1. Bleed the brake line of the wheel farthest from the master cylinder first.
   
2. Add brake fluid to keep the level between the MIN and MAX lines of the reservoir while bleeding the brakes.
   

1. Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder plug.
   

2. Depress the brake pedal several times, and then loosen the bleeder plug with the pedal depressed (Procedure 1).
   

3. When fluid stops coming out, tighten the bleeder plug, and then release the brake pedal (Procedure 2).
   

4. Repeat (Procedure 1) and (Procedure 2) until all the air in the fluid is completely bled out.
   

5. Tighten the bleeder plug completely.
   

   Torque:

   Front bleeder plug:

   8.3 N*m{ 85 kgf*cm , 73 in.*lbf }

   Rear bleeder plug (for Disc Brake):

   11 N*m{ 112 kgf*cm , 8 ft.*lbf }

   Rear bleeder plug (for Drum Brake):

   8.5 N*m{ 87 kgf*cm , 75 in.*lbf }

6. Repeat the above procedure at each wheel to bleed the brake line.
   

1. Check the brake fluid level.
   If brake fluid level is lower than the MIN line, check for leaks and inspect the disc brake pads. If necessary, refill the reservoir with brake fluid to the MAX line after repair or replacement.
   

   Brake Fluid:

   SAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
   

Torque:

103 N*m{ 1050 kgf*cm , 76 ft.*lbf }