Front Brake Pad Removal and Installation
Special Tools Required
Image Description/Tool Number
310186.png Brake Caliper Piston Compressor 07AAE-SEPA101
1. Brake Fluid - Remove

1.
Remove some brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir.

4. Brake Pad - Remove


1.
Remove the flange bolt (A).

2.
Pivot the caliper body (B) up out of the way.

NOTE:
Be careful when pivoting the caliper body up or the spring could pop out of position.
Check the hose and the pin boots for damage and deterioration.






3.
Remove the pad return springs (A).

4.
Remove the pad shims (B) and the brake pads (C).

5.
Remove the upper and lower pad retainers (D).

NOTE: The upper and lower pad retainers are different. During installation, make sure the pad retainers are in the proper positions.

6.
Clean the caliper bracket (E) thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.

7.
Verify that the caliper pins (F) move in and out smoothly. Clean and lube if needed.

1. Brake Pad - Install


1.
Install the brake caliper piston compressor tool (A) on the caliper body (B).

2.
Press in the piston with the brake caliper piston compressor tool.

3.
Remove the brake caliper piston compressor tool.






4.
Apply a thin coat of M-77 assembly paste (P/N 08798- 9010) to the retainer mating surface of the caliper bracket (indicated by the arrows).

5.
Install the upper and lower pad retainers (A).

6.
Wipe off the excess assembly paste from the retainers. Keep the assembly paste away from the brake disc and the brake pads.

7.
Apply a thin coat of M-77 assembly paste (P/N 08798- 9010) to the pad side of the shims (B), the back of the brake pads (C), and the other areas indicated by the arrows.

8.
Wipe off the excess assembly paste from the pad shims and brake pads friction material. Keep grease and assembly paste away from the brake disc and brake pads. Contaminated brake disc or brake pads reduce stopping ability.

9.
Install the brake pads and pad shims correctly, with the wear indicator (D) on the upper inside position.

NOTE: If you are reusing the brake pads, always reinstall the brake pads in their original positions to prevent a temporary loss of braking efficiency.

10.
Install the pad return springs (E).






11.
Pivot the caliper body (A) down into position.

12.
Install the flange bolt (B).

13.
Press the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes work.

NOTE: Engagement may require a greater pedal stroke immediately after the brake pads have been replaced as a set. Several applications of the brake pedal will restore the normal pedal stroke.

3. Brake Fluid - Refill

1.
Add brake fluid as needed.