Tribute 4WD L4-2.3L Hybrid (2008)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
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BRAKE PADS REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HYBRID
WARNING: Do not use any fluid other than clean brake fluid meeting manufacturer's specification. Additionally, do not use brake fluid that has been
previously drained. Following these instructions will help prevent system contamination, brake component damage and the risk of serious personal
injury.
WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product label. For EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION, seek medical advice. For
additional information, consult the product Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) if available. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious
personal injury.
CAUTION: Brake fluid is harmful to painted and plastic surfaces. If brake fluid is spilled onto a painted or plastic surface, immediately wash it with
water.
CAUTION: Do not allow brake fluid to overflow from the master cylinder reservoir. Brake fluid may damage the high-voltage components.
NOTE: The rear brake pads will wear at approximately twice the rate of the front brake pads.
Removal
1. If necessary, using a suitable suction device, remove the brake fluid from the master cylinder reservoir until it is half filled.
2. Disconnect the battery. See See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Procedures/Battery Disconnect.
NOTE: These steps must be followed to prevent the accumulator from charging and pressurizing the brake system.
3. Remove the battery junction box (BJB) fuses 9 (50A) and 18 (50A).
4. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. See See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Wheels/Service and Repair.
5. For the LH side brake pad caliper, release the lower portion of the brake pad anti-rattle spring.
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Apply force to the center of the spring and pull outward at the bottom of the spring to remove it from the lower brake caliper cavity.
CAUTION: If the brake pad anti-rattle spring is to be removed, do not force the spring off the brake caliper or damage to the spring can occur.
CAUTION: Do not use any tools to remove the spring, use hand force only. Do not use excessive force or damage to the spring can occur.
NOTE: The LH side brake anti-rattle spring must be installed with the 2-tabbed end in the upper brake caliper cavity.
