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Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55)

Single Use Fasteners and Components Front Brake Washer [2x]

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  3. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 1
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 1
  1. Front Disc Brake Pad Pin (1) » Remove [2x]
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 2
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 2
  1. Front Brake Hose Fitting (1) » Remove
  2. Front Brake Washer (2) » Remove and DISCARD [2x]
  3. Front Brake Hose (3) @ Front Brake Caliper » Remove
  4. Plug the brake hose outlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
  5. Plug the front brake caliper inlet to prevent brake fluid loss and contamination.
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 3
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 3
  1. Front Brake Caliper Bolt (1) » Remove [2x]
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 4
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 4
  1. Front Brake Caliper (1) » Remove
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 5
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 5
  1. Front Disc Brake Inner Pad (1) » Remove
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 6
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 6
  1. Front Disc Brake Outer Pad (1) » Remove
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 7
Front Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) — figure 7
  1. Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) » Remove

  2. Transfer components as necessary. Installation Procedure

  3. Apply approximately 0.09 - 0.15 g (0.003 - 0.005 oz) of anti-seize lubricant to each end of the disc brake pad abutments which contact the brake caliper. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers

  4. Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) » Install

  5. Front Disc Brake Outer Pad (1) » Install

  6. Front Disc Brake Inner Pad (1) » Install

  7. Front Disc Brake Pad Pin (1) » Install [2x]

  8. Front Brake Caliper (1) » Install

  9. If NEW threaded components are being installed, loosen the adhesive using a metal pick or similar tool before proceeding. If threaded components are reused, prepare the threaded components using the following steps: 7.1. Remove any loose cured adhesive from the external threads of the components using a lint free cloth. 7.2. Thread the cleaned components into the internal mating threads and remove to loosen trapped cured adhesive. 7.3. Apply thread locking adhesive to the external threads of the components. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 7.4. Ensure there are no gaps in the thread locking adhesive once applied to the component.

  1. Front Brake Caliper Bolt (1) » Install and tighten [2x] — Fastener Specifications

  2. Remove the plug from the brake hose outlet.

  3. Remove the plug the front brake caliper inlet.

  4. Front Brake Washer (2) » Install NEW [2x]

  5. Front Brake Hose (3) » Install

  6. Front Brake Hose Fitting (1) » Install and tighten — Fastener Specifications

  7. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

  8. Bleed the brake system. Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding

  9. Check for brake system leaks.

  10. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation

  11. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.