Land Rover Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Installation  

1 . 

   WARNING: Do not use compressed air to clean brake components. Dust from friction materials 

can be harmful if inhaled.

  Clean the caliper housing and anchor plate using brake cleaning fluid. 

2 . 

  Inspect the caliper piston and slide pin seals for damage. 

3 . 

Position a bleed jar containing a small quantity of approved brake fluid. Connect the bleed tube to 
the bleed screw and loosen the screw. 

4 . 

  Press the pistons into the caliper housing. 

Tighten the bleed screw to 14 Nm (10 lb.ft).

5 . 

  Disconnect the bleed tube and remove the jar. 

6 . 

  Install the brake pads. 

Install the 2 clips.

7 . 

  Rotate the brake caliper downwards. 

Tighten the bolt to 35 Nm (26 lb.ft).

8 . 

  Connect the brake pad wear indicator sensor. 

9 . 

  Install the wheel and tire. 

Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).

10 . 

  Repeat the above procedure for the other side. 

11 . 

Depress the brake pedal several times, check the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir and top up 
with brake fluid if necessary.