Notice: 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.

Important: Do not disconnect the brake hose from the caliper.




1. Remove the caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement .

Notice: Support the caliper with a piece of wire to prevent damage to the brake line.

2. Suspend the caliper



3. Remove the brake pads from the caliper bracket.
4. Inspect the caliper bracket boots for the following conditions:

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Cuts

•

Tears

•	Deterioration

•	Replace the bracket boots if damage exists. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement .

5. Inspect the piston boot for the following conditions:

•

Cuts

•

Tears

•	Deterioration

•	Replace the piston boot if damage exists. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Overhaul .

6. Inspect the caliper bolts for corrosion or damage. If corrosion exists, use new components (including bushings) when installing the caliper. Do not attempt to polish away the corrosion.

Important: Before installing new brake pads, wipe the outside surface of the caliper boot clean. Use denatured alcohol.

1. Install the pads to the caliper bracket.




Caution: Do not move the vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained. Failure to obtain a firm pedal before moving vehicle may result in personal injury.

2. Verify that the wear sensors are at the trailing edge (downward) of the pad during forward wheel rotation.



3. Install the caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement .
4. Burnish the new brake pads. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .