Element 4WD L4-2.4L (2004)
4. Clean the caliper thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.
5. Check the brake disc for damage and cracks.
6. Install the pad retainers.
7. Apply Molykote M77 grease (P/N 08798-9010) to both sides of the pad shims (A), the back of the pads (B), and the other areas indicated by the
arrows. Wipe excess grease off the shim. Contaminated brake discs and pads reduce stopping ability. Keep grease off the discs and pads.
8. Install the brake pads and pad shims correctly. Install the pads with the wear indicators (C) on the inside. If you are reusing the pads, always
reinstall the brake pads in their original positions to prevent a momentary loss of braking efficiency.
9. Push in the piston (A) so that the caliper will fit over the pads. Check the brake fluid level. The brake fluid may overflow if the reservoir is too full.
Make sure that the piston boot is in position to prevent damaging it when installing the caliper.
10. Apply Molykote M77 grease (P/N 08798-9010) to the piston edges (B) on their mating surfaces against the inner pad.
11. Install the brake caliper (C) and caliper bolts (D), and torque them to the specified torque while holding the pin (E). Be careful not to damage the
pin boots.
12. Press the brake pedal several times to make sure the brakes work, then test-drive.
NOTE: Engagement of the brake may require a greater pedal stroke immediately after the brake pads have been replaced as a set. Several
applications of the brake pedal will restore the normal pedal stroke.
13. After installation, check for leaks at hose and line joints or connections, and retighten if necessary.
Disassembly and Reassembly
Overhaul
CAUTION: Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of material composition, could be hazardous to your health.
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Avoid breathing dust particles.
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Never use an air hose or brush to clean brake assemblies. Use an OSHA-approved vacuum cleaner.
