RX 300 FWD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1999)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Front
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL Remove the wheel and temporarily fasten the disc with the hub nuts.
2. DISCONNECT FLEXIBLE HOSE
a. Remove the union bolt and 2 gaskets from the caliper, then disconnect the flexible hose from the caliper.
Torque: 29 Nm (300 kgf.cm, 21 ft. lbs.)
HINT: At the time of installation, install the flexible hose lock securely in the lock hole in the caliper.
b. Use a container to catch the brake fluid as it drains out.
3. REMOVE CALIPER
a. Remove the 2 installation bolts.
Torque: 34 Nm (350 kgf.cm, 25 ft. lbs.)
b. Remove the caliper from the torque plate.
4. REMOVE 2 PADS WITH 4 ANTI-SQUEAL SHIMS
5. REMOVE 2 PAD SUPPORT PLATES
NOTICE: At the time of installation, there should be no oil or grease adhering to the friction surfaces of the pads or disc.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
AFTER INSTALLATION, FILL BRAKE RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID, BLEED BRAKE SYSTEM AND CHECK FOR LEAKS
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY
1. REMOVE BOOT RING AND PISTON BOOT
Using a screwdriver, remove the boot ring and piston boot.
2. REMOVE PISTON FROM CYLINDER
a. Put a piece of cloth or equivalent between the piston and the caliper.