Caliper Assembly Removal and Installation: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Reno and 2005 Suzuki Forenza. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the caliper assembly with the mounting bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the caliper-to-steering knuckle mounting bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb-ft).
Connect the brake hose.
Tighten

Tighten the brake hose inlet fitting-to-caliper bolt and washers to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).

Fig 1: Installing Caliper-To-Steering Knuckle Mounting Bolts
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Install the front wheels. Refer to "WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION :".
Lower the vehicle.
Fill the master cylinder to the proper level with clean brake fluid.
Bleed the caliper. Refer to "MANUAL BLEEDING THE BRAKES :".
Recheck the fluid level.
CAUTION: Do not move the vehicle until a firm pedal is obtained, or improper braking action will result.
Repeatedly press the brake pedal to bring the pads in contact with the rotor.

Fig 2: Filling Master Cylinder With Clean Brake Fluid
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