RX 300 FWD V6-3.0L (1MZ-FE) (1999)
Brake Caliper: Service and Repair
Rear
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL
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, insert 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 installation bolt.
Torque: 20 Nm (200 kgf.cm, 14 ft. lbs.)
b. Remove the caliper from the torque plate.
4. REMOVE 2 PADS WITH 4 ANTI-SQUEAL SHIMS
5. REMOVE 4 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.
6. REMOVE MAIN PIN
Remove the main pin.
Torque: 26 Nm(270 kgf.cm, 20 ft. lbs.)
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
1. AFTER INSTALLATION, FILL BRAKE RESERVOIR WITH BRAKE FLUID AND BLEED BRAKE SYSTEM
2. CHECK FOR LEAKS
Disassembly and Assembly
DISASSEMBLY