XK-8 Coupe (X100) V8-4.0L (AJ27) (1999)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Front
Caliper - Standard Brakes
Caliper - Brake
Removal
WARNING: BRAKE DUST, IF INHALED CAN DAMAGE YOUR HEALTH. ALWAYS REMOVE BRAKE DUST USING A VACUUM
BRUSH. DO NOT USE A COMPRESSED-AIR LINE TO DISPERSE BRAKE DUST INTO THE ATMOSPHERE.
CAUTION:
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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.
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Remove brake fluid spillage immediately from paint work, with clean water.
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A new brake hose must be installed when replacing a front brake caliper.
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The brake pad adhesive backing must not be reused, therefore always install new brake pads, irrespective of the condition of the original pads
when replacing a brake caliper. Always replace brake pads as an axle set.
1. Open engine compartment and fit paint work protection covers to fenders.
2. Raise vehicle on a four-post lift.
3. Raise front of vehicle and support on stands.
4. Remove front wheels.
NOTE: The following three pictorial procedures must be carried-out to minimize brake fluid loss when disconnecting the brake hose.
5. Open Left-Hand-Front and Left-Hand-Rear caliper bleed nipples.
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Connect a bleed tube and container to the calipers.
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Open bleed nipples.