Front Disc Brake Pads with High Performance Brakes

Brake Pads

Removal

WARNING: Brake pads must be renewed in axle sets only. Failure to follow this instruction may result in braking efficiency being impaired.

NOTE:
The brake pad wear warning indicator sensor must be replaced each time the brake pads are serviced.
1
WARNING: Make sure to support the vehicle with axle stands.
Raise and support the vehicle.
2 Remove the wheels and tires.




3 LH side front: Disconnect the brake pad wear indicator sensor wiring harness.




4 Release the antilock brake system (ABS) junction box cover.




5 LH side front: Release and disconnect the brake pad wear indicator wiring harness.




6
NOTE:
Note the orientation of the brake pads.
NOTE:
Note the orientation of the anti-rattle spring prior to removal.
Remove the front brake pads.
- Remove the 2 retaining pins.
- Remove the anti-rattle spring.
- Remove the bridge bolt from the centre of the caliper.
7 Repeat the above step for the other side.

Installation
1
WARNING: Do not use compressed air to clean brake components. Dust from friction materials can be harmful if inhaled.
Clean the components.
2 Inspect the caliper piston seals for damage.
3 Position a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid. Connect the bleed tube to the bleed screw and loosen the screw.
4 Press the pistons into the caliper housing.
- Tighten the bleed screw to 19 Nm (14 lb.ft).
5 Repeat the above process for the other 3 pistons.
6 Disconnect the bleed tube and remove the jar.




7 Apply grease LR020972 (Molykote CU7439 plus) to the areas indicated on the brake pads.
8
NOTE:
Make sure the brake pads are installed in the correct orientation.
NOTE:
Make sure the anti-rattle spring is installed in the correct orientation.
Install the brake pads.
- Tighten the bridge bolt to 30 Nm (22 lb.ft.).
- Position the anti-rattle spring.
- Install the pins, making sure the pin collets are fully engaged in the caliper.
9 Repeat the above procedure for the other side.

10 LH side front: Connect the brake pad wear indicator wiring harness electrical connection.

11 Secure the ABS junction box cover.

12 LH side front: Connect the brake pad wear indicator wiring harness.

13 Install the wheels and tires.
- Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).

14 Depress the brake pedal several times, check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir and top-up with brake fluid if necessary.