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Brake Pads Replacement Rear

Removal Procedure

Notice: Do not use lubricated compressed air on brake parts as damage to rubber components may result.

  1. Remove one-third of the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
  4. Use a screwdriver to gently pry between the rotor and each brake pad to bottom each piston in its bore.
  5. Important: Use only minimal effort to manipulate the pistons. Ensure to use slow gradual force as the cylinders are so small.


    Object Number: 219600  Size: SH
  6. Use a punch to drive the rear brake caliper retaining pins (1) out of the rear brake caliper from the outside inward.
  7. Remove the rear brake caliper spring retainer (2).

  8. Object Number: 219601  Size: SH
  9. Remove the brake pads.
  10. Inspect the pins for corrosion and/or damage. Replace the pins as necessary.
  11. Inspect the brake pads for wear.
  12. Inspect the brake pads for maximum taper of 0.15 mm (0.006 in). Replace with a new brake pad set if any pad tapers beyond the specification.

Installation Procedure

Important: 

   • Use clean brake fluid to lubricate all the rubber parts to ease assembly.
   • Bleed all or part of the brake hydraulic system if any hydraulic component is removed or disconnected.
   • Replace brake pads in axle sets only.
   • The torque values specified are for dry, unlubricated fasteners.
   • Perform the service operations on a clean bench free from all mineral oil materials.

  1. Install the brake pads.

  2. Object Number: 219602  Size: SH
  3. Perform the following steps to install the rear brake caliper retaining pins:
  4. 2.1. Use a punch to drive the first pin (2) into the caliper. Ensure the pin (2) inserts through the holes in the brake pads.
    2.2. Install the rear brake caliper spring retainer (1).
    2.3. Install the second pin (2). Ensure the pin (2) inserts through the holes in the brake pads.
  5. Bleed the brake hydraulic system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding in Hydraulic Brakes.
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Burnish the rear brake rotors.

Brake Pads Replacement Front

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 219574  Size: SH
  1. Remove the caliper and support. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 219578  Size: SH
  3. Remove the inner and the outer pads (1) from the caliper bracket (2).
  4. Insect the following components:
  5. 3.1. Inspect the guide pins for free movement in front brake bracket. Replace guide pins and or guide pin boots for the following conditions:
       • Corroded
       • Worn
       • Damaged
    3.2. Inspect the inner and outer pads for wear and maximum taper of 0.15 mm (0.006 in). Replace the pads if they are excessively tapered.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 219578  Size: SH
  1. Ensure caliper bracket mounting surfaces (1) are clean and lubricated.

  2. Object Number: 219574  Size: SH
  3. Install the inner and outer pads (1) to caliper bracket (2).
  4. Install the caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement .