Five Hundred AWD V6-3.0L VIN 1 (2005)
Remove and discard the 2 brake caliper anchor plate bolts and position the brake caliper anchor plate, brake caliper, and brake pads aside.
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Make sure the steering stop is supported when the brake caliper anchor plate bolts are removed.
4. CAUTION: When the brake pads are separated from the brake caliper, new brake pads must be installed. The brake pads are a one-time use only.
NOTE: The brake pads must be separated from the brake caliper before the brake caliper can be removed from the brake caliper anchor plate.
Using a suitable tool, separate the brake pads from the caliper.
5. Remove the 2 brake caliper bolts.
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To install, tighten to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
6. NOTE: Do not remove the anchor plate guide pins. The guide pins are press fit to the brake caliper anchor plate. If the guide pins are damage a
new anchor plate must be installed.
Inspect the brake caliper anchor plate assembly.
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Check the guide pins and boots for binding or damage.
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Install a new brake caliper anchor plate if it is worn or damaged.
Installation
1. Position the brake caliper anchor plate and steering stop on the wheel knuckle and install 2 new bolts.
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Tighten to 100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.).
2. Install the spring clips and brake pads into the anchor plate.
3. Position the brake caliper and install the 2 bolts.
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Tighten to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
4. With the vehicle engine running, apply 89 - 133 Nm (20 - 30 lbs.) of pressure on the brakes for approximately 1 minute, to make sure the brake
pads adhere to the caliper before any contamination can be introduced.
5. Test the brakes for normal operation.
