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Caliper Installation


1. Position caliper on spindle assembly by pivoting caliper around support upper mounting surface, being careful not to tear or cut boot as boot slips over inner shoe.
2. Using brake adjusting tool or screwdriver, hold upper machined surface of caliper against surface of support assembly and install new caliper support spring and new caliper support key.
3. Using suitable mallet, drive key and spring assembly into position, then install key retaining screw and torque to 14---20 ft. lbs.
4. Connect hydraulic line to caliper.
5. Install wheel and tire assembly and lower vehicle to ground, then fill master cylinder as necessary with suitable brake fluid.
6. Firmly depress brake pedal several times to seat linings on rotor.
7. Perform brake bleeding procedures.