TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
6. Remove the pad shims (A) and the brake pads (B).
7. Remove the upper and lower pad retainers (A).
NOTE: The upper and lower pad retainers are different. During installation, make sure the pad retainers are in their proper positions.
8. Clean the caliper bracket (B) thoroughly; remove any rust, and check for grooves and cracks.
Verify that the caliper pins (C) move in and out smoothly. Clean and lube if needed.
9. Inspect the brake disc/drum for runout, thickness, parallelism, See: Brake Rotor/Disc/Testing and Inspection/Rear Brake Disc Inspection and
check for damage and cracks.
10. Apply a thin coat of M-77 assembly paste (P/N 08798-9010) to the retainer mating surface of the caliper bracket (indicated by the arrows).
11. Install the upper and lower pad retainers. Wipe excess assembly paste off the retainers. Keep the assembly paste off the brake disc/drum and the
brake pads.
12. Install the brake caliper piston compressor tool (A) on the caliper body (B).
13. Press in the piston with the brake caliper piston compressor tool so the caliper will fit over the brake pads. Make sure the piston boot is in position
to prevent damaging it when pivoting the caliper down.
