For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

1. Inspect the fluid level in the brake master cylinder reservoir.
2. If the brake fluid level is midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, no brake fluid needs to be removed from the reservoir before proceeding.
3. If the brake fluid level is higher than midway between the maximum-full point and the minimum allowable level, remove brake fluid to the midway point before proceeding.
4. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
5. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
6. Remove the lower brake caliper guide pin bolt (4). Do NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose (1) from the caliper (2).

Caution: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire, or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. 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.

7. Without disconnecting the hydraulic brake flexible hose (1), pivot the caliper (2) upward and separate from caliper bracket in direction of arrow.
8. Remove the brake pads (3).
9. Remove the brake pad retainer springs (1)
10. If reusing the bracket, thoroughly clean the pad hardware mating surfaces of the caliper bracket, of any debris and corrosion.
11. Inspect the brake pad retainer springs (1) for the following:

• | Bent mounting tabs

• | Excessive corrosion

• | Looseness at the brake caliper mounting bracket

• | Looseness at the disc brake pads

12. If any of the conditions listed are found, the disc brake pad retainers require replacement.
13. Remove caliper bracket bolts (2).
14. Remove brake caliper bracket (1) from steering knuckle.
15. Inspect the caliper bracket (5). If the brake caliper bracket (5) is bent, cracked, or damaged, it requires replacement.
16. Inspect the brake caliper guide pins (3) for freedom of movement, and inspect the condition of the guide pin boots (4). Move the brake caliper guide pins (3) inboard and outboard within the brake caliper bracket (5), without disengaging the slides from the boots (4), and observe for the following:

• | Restricted caliper guide pin movement

• | Looseness in the brake caliper mounting bracket

• | Seized or binding caliper guide pins

• | Split or torn boots

17. If any of the conditions listed are found, the brake caliper guide pins (3) and/or boots (3) require replacement.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1) to the steering knuckle.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the brake caliper bracket bolts (2) and tighten to xx N·m (xx lb ft)
3. Apply a very thin coating of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the pad hardware mating surfaces (1) of the caliper bracket only. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealersfor the recommended lubricant.
4. Install the brake pad retainer springs (1)

Note: The wear sensor equipped disc brake pad must be mounted inboard of the rotor with the leading edge of the sensor facing the brake rotor during forward wheel rotation, or at the top of the pad when installed in vehicle position.

5. Install the brake pad retainers (3) to the brake caliper bracket.
6. Remove the support and reposition the brake caliper (2) over the brake pads and to the caliper bracket. Assure that guide pin bolts boots apply firmly.
7. Install guide pin bolts and tighten to XX N·m (XX lb ft).
8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
11. Slowly release the brake pedal.
12. Wait 15 seconds, then gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance again until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
13. Fill the master cylinder auxiliary reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling.