Front Brake Caliper: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the brake caliper to the anchor plate and install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts.
- Tighten to 36 Nm (27 lb-ft).
- Using 2 new copper washers, position the brake hose and install the brake caliper flow bolt.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
- Bleed the brake caliper. For additional information, refer to GENERAL PROCEDURES article for component bleeding.
- Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION article.
NOTE:
Make sure guide pin boots are correctly seated or damage to guide pins may occur.
NOTE:
Tighten the lower brake caliper bolt first.