RX7 2RTR-1308cc 80 (1984)
Brake Rotor/Disc: Service and Repair
Rear
Brake Pads, Replace
1.
Raise and support rear of vehicle.
2.
Remove rear wheel.
3.
Disconnect parking brake cable from caliper.
4.
Remove caliper lower attaching bolt and swing caliper upward.
5.
Remove spring, brake pads and shims.
6.
Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
a. Turn piston clockwise using tool No. 49FA18602 or equivalent until piston is fully seated in caliper.
b. Ensure stopper groove on piston is perpendicular to caliper mounting points.
c. Ensure dowel on brake pad is properly seated in piston stopper groove.
d. Torque caliper attaching bolt to 22-30 ft.lbs.
Caliper, Replace
1.
Raise and support rear of vehicle.
2.
Remove rear wheel.
3.
Loosen brake line at caliper.
4.
Remove caliper lower attaching bolt and swing caliper upward, then slide caliper out toward inside of vehicle.
5.
Reverse procedure to install.
Fig. 8 Rear disc brake assembly exploded view. 1984-85 RX-7
Caliper Overhaul
