Brake Caliper - Front - LH
FRT No: 33010402
Remove
- Raise and support vehicle.
 | WARNING: Do not work on an incorrectly supported vehicle. |
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Remove road wheel (torque - 105 Nm)
- Release clips (x3) securing wheel speed sensor harness to brake hose.
- Remove nut securing brake hose to upper wishbone.
- Remove brake pad retaining pin R-clips.
- Ease caliper pistons back.
- Remove pad retaining pins and collect anti-rattle spring.
- Remove pads from caliper.
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Loosen brake hose in caliper (torque - 22 Nm).
 | CAUTION: Do not clamp the brake hoses as they will be damaged and require replacing. |
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Remove bolts (x2) securing caliper to upright and release caliper (torque - 45 Nm).
NOTE: When installing, apply Loctite® 242® thread locking compound to bolt/screw threads.
- Unscrew caliper from brake hose and remove caliper. Cap hose to prevent excessive fluid loss.
 | CAUTION: Ensure brake hose is aligned correctly with no excessive twist or bends. |
 | CAUTION: Plug pipe connections to prevent ingress of moisture or dirt. |
 | CAUTION: If brake fluid is spilt on the paintwork wash off immediately with clean water. |
Installation
- Installation procedure is reverse of removal except for the following.
- Clean and lubricate pins and pad backplates with suitable lubricant prior to installing to caliper.
- Bleed brakes.
 | WARNING: Always check that brake pads are seated correctly before driving the vehicle. |