2026-08-09

Caliper - Front Brake - LH (Dual Motor) (Remove and Install)

Correction code 3301011401 FRT 0.60 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-02-19: Major procedure update.
CAUTION
Brake fluid dissolves paint. Have clean towels and plenty of water standing by to wash spilled brake fluid off painted surfaces.
Note
Dispose of used brake fluid in a manner consistent with local environmental codes.

Remove

  1. Put the vehicle on a 2-post lift. See Raise Vehicle - 2-Post Lift.
  2. Open the LH front door and lower the window.
  3. Remove the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  4. Remove the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  5. Position an oil drain under the LH front brake caliper area.
  6. Remove the bolt that attaches the LH front brake hose bracket to the knuckle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  7. Remove the nut that attaches the LH front brake line to the LH front brake hose.
    Note
    Catch any fluid lost into the waste container.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm 12 pt combination wrench
  8. Remove the nut that attaches the LH front brake hose to the vehicle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  9. Remove and discard the bolts (x2) that attach the LH front brake caliper to the knuckle.
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • External Torx E18
    • Breaker bar
    • 3/8 in to ½ in adapter
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  10. Remove the brake caliper from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Install new bolts (x2) that attach the LH front brake caliper to the knuckle.
    94 Nm (69.3 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • External Torx E18
    • Breaker bar
    • 3/8 in to ½ in adapter
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  2. Install the nut that attaches the LH front brake hose to the vehicle.
    6 Nm (4.4 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm deep socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  3. Install the nut that attaches the LH front brake line to the LH front brake hose.
    16 Nm (11.8 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 12 mm 12 pt combination wrench
  4. Install the bolt that attaches the LH front brake hose bracket to the knuckle.
    5 Nm (3.7 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • Cordless Ratchet/Impact Driver
    • 4 in extension
    • 10 mm socket
    • Ratchet/torque wrench
  5. Remove the oil drain from underneath the LH front brake caliper.
  6. Lower the vehicle to a comfortable working height and set the lift onto locks.
  7. Enable Service Mode Plus. See Service Mode Plus.
  8. Bleed the LH front brake. See Brake Fluid Bleed - One Caliper (Maintenance).
  9. Perform a corner stiffness test: on the touchscreen, tap Service Mode > Chassis > Procedures > DPB Post Replacement > Corner Stiffness Test, tap Run and allow the routine to complete.
  10. Exit Service Mode.
  11. Install the LH front wheel. See Wheel Assembly (Remove and Install).
  12. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace).
  13. Perform a test drive and make sure that proper brake pedal feel and brake performance is achieved.
    Note
    Add the correction code for the post-repair validation test drive 00040100 as a separate activity to the Service Visit.