Front Disc Brake Pads with Standard Brakes

Brake Pads

Removal

WARNING: Brake pads must be renewed in axle sets only, otherwise braking efficiency may be impaired.

NOTE:
Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

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:
Use an additional wrench to prevent the component from rotating.
Remove the brake caliper lower bolt.




7 Remove the brake pads.
- Rotate the brake caliper upwards.
- Remove the 2 clips.
8 Repeat the above 2 steps 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 brake caliper housing and anchor plate using brake cleaning fluid.
2 Inspect the caliper piston and slide pin seals for damage.
3
CAUTION: The brake caliper should move freely on both slide pins.
CAUTION: If necessary, renew the components.
Check the slide pins for correct operation.
4 Position a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid. Connect the bleed tube to the bleed screw and loosen the screw.
5 Press the pistons into the caliper housing.
- Tighten the bleed screw to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
6 Disconnect the bleed tube and remove the jar.
7 Install the brake pads.
- Install the 2 clips.
- Apply a suitable amount of the supplied grease to the mating faces of the brake pads and brake calipers.
8 Rotate the brake caliper downwards.
- Tighten the bolt to 32 Nm (24 lb.ft).
9 Repeat the above procedure for the other side.

10 LH side front: Connect and attach 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.