Installation
If installing new pads, compress piston to bottom of bore. Install retaining clips, pad assembly, shim(s), shim holder (if equipped) and anti-squeak shim onto support mounting. Start engine. Depress brake pedal several times to expand caliper piston. Check brake fluid level.
Removal
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove front wheel(s). Separate rubber flexhose from hydraulic line at brake hose mount, located on strut housing. Secure end of hydraulic line to prevent spillage of brake fluid.
- Remove hose clip from brake hose mount. Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Remove upper and lower caliper-to-steering knuckle bolts. Lift caliper body upward. Remove caliper.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Bleed brake system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .
Removal & Installation
Raise vehicle, and remove wheel(s). Remove caliper, and slide rotor off hub. To install, reverse removal procedure.
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel(s). Disconnect rear speed sensor. Remove rear disc brake calipers and rotors. Disconnect axle from companion flange.
- Secure hub with Holder (MB990767). Remove campanion flange nut and flange. Using puller, remove hub. Remove adjusting wheel spring. Remove shoe hold-down cup, spring and pin. Note how shoe-to-anchor spring is installed, and then remove adjuster and shoe-to-anchor spring. Remove strut and return spring. Remove clip and shoe and lining assembly.
| CAUTION | Shoe-to-anchor spring must be installed correctly for proper functioning of parking brakes. |
To install, reverse removal procedure. When installing shoe-to-anchor spring, ensure spring is installed correctly. When installing adjuster, install left adjuster with adjusting bolt facing vehicle front and right adjuster with adjusting bolt facing vehicle rear. Tighten companion flange nut to 188-217 ft. lbs. (260-300 N.m).
Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel(s), and disconnect parking brake cable. Remove lower lock pin bolt. Lift caliper body upward. Using a wire, support caliper from underbody. Remove inner shim(s), anti-squeak shim and pad assembly from support mounting. Remove pad clips.
Rotate piston to align notches in piston projection on back of pads (if equipped). Install retaining clips, pad assembly, inner shim(s) and anti-squeak shim onto support mounting. Lower caliper body, and install lock pin.
Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel(s). Disconnect parking brake cable connection. Disconnect brake hose from caliper. Secure end of hydraulic line to prevent spillage of brake fluid. Remove upper and lower caliper mounting bolts. Lift caliper body upward. Remove caliper.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Bleed brake system. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM .
Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear caliper and rotor. To install, reverse removal procedure.
Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear brake drum and shoes. See REAR BRAKE DRUM & SHOES. Remove wheel cylinder and seal assembly. To install, reverse removal procedure. Bleed brakes. See BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
Drain brake fluid from master cylinder. Remove sensor connector (if equipped). Disconnect brakelines from master cylinder, and install plugs to prevent brake fluid spillage. Remove master cylinder from booster unit, and separate reservoirs from housing (if necessary).
To install, reverse removal procedure. Before installation, check and adjust clearance between back of master cylinder piston and power brake push rod. See MASTER CYLINDER PUSH ROD under ADJUSTMENTS. After installation, adjust pedal height. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT & FREE PLAY under ADJUSTMENTS . Bleed brake system.
Remove brake master cylinder. See MASTER CYLINDER. Disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit. Disconnect clevis pin attaching brake pedal to power brake unit push rod. From inside vehicle, remove 4 nuts attaching power brake unit to firewall. Remove power brake unit.
To install, reverse removal procedure. Install master cylinder. Bleed brake system if necessary.
Remove vacuum hose with check valve from power brake unit. Coat end(s) of check valve with sealant before installation. Install valve with arrow (identification mark) pointing toward intake manifold.
| Application | Ft. Lbs. (N.m) |
|---|---|
| Stealth (FWD) | 166 (225) |
WHEEL BEARING NUT SPECIFICATIONS