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Front






FRONT

NOTE: Inspect brake pads before installation.




1. Clean hub face (1) to remove any dirt or corrosion where rotor mounts.
2. Install brake rotor (2) over studs on hub and bearing.




3. AWD - Install disc brake caliper and adapter assembly (2) over brake rotor.
4. AWD - Install mounting bolts (1) securing caliper adapter (2) to knuckle (3). Tighten bolts to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).




5. RWD - Install disc brake caliper and adapter assembly (3) over brake rotor.
6. RWD - Install mounting bolts (2) securing caliper adapter (3) to knuckle (1). Tighten bolts to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).




7. Install tire and wheel assembly (1). Tighten wheel mounting nuts (3) to 150 Nm (110 ft. lbs.) (Police - 190 Nm (140 ft. lbs.)).
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Pump brake pedal several times to ensure vehicle has a firm brake pedal before moving vehicle.




10. Check and adjust brake fluid level in reservoir (1) as necessary.

CAUTION: If NEW brake rotors or pads have been installed, keep in mind that braking effectiveness might be somewhat reduced during the first brake applications following installation.

11. Road test vehicle and make several stops to wear off any foreign material on brakes and to seat brake shoes.