For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove one-third of the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the caliper and support with mechanic's wire. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement .
- Remove the inner brake pad from the caliper bracket with the brake pad wear sensor.
- Remove the brake pads (1) from the caliper bracket (2).
- Remove the brake pad wear sensor. Use a small punch to push the sensor throught the back side of the brake pad.
- Insect the following components:
Important: Do not attempt to pry or pull the brake pad wear sensor out of the brake pad. The brake pad wear sensor must be pushed out of the brake pad.
| 8.1. | Inspect the guide pins for free movement within the caliper bracket. Replace guide pins and or guide pin boots in the following conditions: |
| • | Corroded |
| • | Worn |
| • | Damaged |
| 8.2. | Inspect the condition of the brake pad wear sensor, replace as needed. |
| 8.3. | Inspect the brake pads for un-even wear. |
Installation Procedure
- Ensure caliper bracket mounting surfaces (1) are clean and lubricated.
- Install the inner and outer pads (1) to the caliper bracket (2).
- Connect the brake pad wear sensor to the inner brake pads.
- Connect the brake pad wear sensor harness and retainers to the front suspension strut.
- Install the caliper. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir.
- Make 20 stops from 48 km/h (30 mph) using medium to firm brake pedal pressure to burnish the brake rotors.
Important: It is important that new braking surfaces be broken in or burnished after brake pads are installed and/or after rotors are refinished. Avoid overheating the brakes.
