| : | Jan 17, 2005 |
: Brake pads must be renewed in axle sets only, otherwise braking
efficiency may be impaired. |
: If the brake pad wear warning light has been activated, the pad wear
sensor must be replaced. |
: To avoid accidental operation of the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) and
possible damage to the EPB acuator, remove Fusible link 8, located in the
engine compartment fuse box before commencing work.
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Raise and support the vehicle. |
| . | Remove the wheel and tire. |
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RH side only: Disconnect the brake pad wear indicator sensor. |
| . | Remove the brake caliper lower bolt. ![]() |
| . | Remove the brake pads.
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Clean the caliper housing and anchor plate using brake cleaning fluid. |
| . | Inspect the caliper piston and slide pin seals for damage. |
| . | Position a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid. Connect the bleed tube to the bleed screw and loosen the screw. |
| . | Press the piston into the caliper housing.
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| . | Disconnect the bleed tube and remove the jar. |
| . | Install the brake pads.
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| . | Rotate the brake caliper downwards.
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| . | Connect the brake pad wear indicator sensor. |
| . | Repeat the above procedure for the other side. |
| . | Install the wheels and tires.
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| . | Depress the brake pedal several times, check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir and top up with brake fluid if necessary. |