Front Disc Brake Pad Removal And Installation: Installation

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Reference: FRONT BRAKE DISC AND PAD INSPECTION

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

Fig 1: Identifying Pad Spring & Pads
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Install caliper and tighten caliper (slide) pin bolts (1) to specification.
NOTE: Make sure that boots are fit into groove securely.

Tightening torque

Caliper pin bolt a: 36 N.m (3.6 kg-m, 26.0 lb-ft)

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

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

Fig 3: Front Wheel Nuts With Torque Specificationss
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Upon completion of installation, perform brake test.