SRX RWD V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
6. Install a large C-clamp over the body of the brake caliper with the C-clamp ends against the rear of the caliper body and against the outer brake
pad.
7. Tighten the C-clamp until the caliper piston is compressed into the caliper bore enough to allow the caliper to slide past the brake rotor.
8. Remove the C-clamp from the caliper.
9. Remove the brake hose to caliper bolt attaching the brake hose to the brake caliper.
10. Remove the brake hose from the brake caliper.
11. Remove and discard the two copper brake hose gaskets. These gaskets may be stuck to the brake caliper and/or the brake hose end.
12. Plug the opening in the brake caliper and the brake hose to prevent fluid loss and contamination.
13. Remove the brake caliper pin bolts.
14. Remove the brake caliper from the brake caliper bracket.
Installation Procedure
1. Inspect the caliper slide boots for cuts, tears, or deterioration. If damaged, replace the slides and boots. Refer to Disc Brake Hardware
Replacement - Rear.
2. Install the brake caliper to the brake caliper bracket.
3. Important: If reusing the brake caliper pin bolts the threads of the caliper pin bolts and the threads of the caliper bracket mounting holes must be
free of residue and debris prior to application of threadlocker in order to ensure proper adhesion and fastener retention.
Prepare the bolts and the threaded holes for assembly:
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
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Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes by using denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
