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Rear Brake Caliper: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 brake caliper guide pin bolts until snug.
    • Tighten the RH caliper guide pin bolts in the following sequence:
      • Tighten the top bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
      • Tighten the bottom bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
    • Tighten the LH caliper guide pin bolts in the following sequence:
      • Tighten the bottom bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
      • Tighten the top bolt to 33 Nm (24 lb-ft).
  2. Using 2 new copper washers, position the front brake hose on the brake caliper and install the flow bolt.
    • Tighten to 55 Nm (40 lb-ft).
  3. Connect the parking brake cable and conduit to the brake caliper.
    • Install the retaining clip.
  4. Bleed the caliper. For additional information, refer to BRAKE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION for Component Bleeding.
  5. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .