Front Disc Brake: Specifications
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CAUTION:
Do not use brake fluid ITT Super Dot 4 on 2006my vehicles onwards. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.
NOTE:
Brake fluid ITT Super Dot 4 has now been superseded by Shell ESL Super Dot 4 which is the Jaguar recommended brake fluid. Shell ESL Super Dot 4 can be used on all model years.
Lubricants, Fluids, Sealants and Adhesives
| Unit | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brake fluid | ITT Super Dot 4 |
| Brake fluid | Shell ESL Super Dot 4 |
Torques - Vehicles with: Brembo Brakes
| Component | Nm |
|---|---|
| Brake Caliper retaining bolts | 180 |
| Bleed nipple | 12-16 |
| Union bolt - hose to caliper | 22-26 |
Torques - Vehicles without: Brembo Brakes
| Component | Nm |
|---|---|
| Brake Caliper retaining bolts | 140 |
| Guide Pin - caliper housing to caliper carrier | 25-30 |
| Bleed nipple | 4-6 |
| Hose to front caliper - without seal | 8-11 |
| Hose to front caliper - with seal | 10-15 |
| Union Bolt - brake hose to caliper | 30-40 |
CAUTION:
Replacement of nuts and bolts: Various thread-locking devices are used on nuts and bolts throughout the vehicle. These devices restrict the number of times a nut or bolt can be used. See GENERAL INFORMATION
for information.
Brake Tube, Hoses and Bracket Torques
| Component | Nm |
|---|---|
| M10 hose locknut | 15-20 |
| M10 brake tube female-nut | 13-17 |
| M10 brake tube male-nut | 13-17 |
| M12 brake tube male-nut | 15-20 |
| Bolt - 3-way tube connector to body | 9-12 |