Front Disc Brake Pad Removal and Installation: Installation

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Reference: FRONT DISC BRAKE PAD INSPECTION

Install pad clips (1) and pads (2).
NOTE: Install brake pad with sensor (5) to vehicle center side on right wheel brake.

Fig 1: Identifying Pad Clips, Pads, Disc, Caliper Carrier, Sensor & Shim
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Install caliper and torque caliper (slide) pin bolts (1) to specification.
NOTE: Make sure that boots are fit into groove securely.

Tightening torque

Caliper pin bolt a: 50 N.m (5.0 kg-m, 36.5 lb-ft)

Caliper pin bolt b: 85 N.m (8.5 kg-m, 61.5 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Identifying Caliper Pin Bolts
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Torque front wheel nuts to specification.
Tightening torque

Wheel nut a: 100 N.m (10.0 kg-m, 72.5 lb-ft)

Fig 3: Identifying Front Wheel Nuts
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Upon completion of installation, perform brake test.