Quest V6-3.5L (VQ35DE) (2009)
5. Install wheel and tire. Refer to See: Maintenance/Wheels and Tires/Service and Repair/Conventional Tire And Wheel.
CAUTION:
Burnish the brake contact surfaces when refinishing or replacing brake rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at
very low mileage. Refer to See: Disc Brake System/Service and Repair/Front Brake Burnishing Procedure.
Disassembly and Assembly
FRONT DISC BRAKE
Disassembly and Assembly of Caliper Assembly
NOTE:
Do not remove torque member, pads, shims, shim covers or pad retainers, when disassembling or assembling cylinder body.
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove caliper assembly. Refer to See: .
2. Remove cylinder body from torque member, then sliding pin boots from torque member.
3. Place a wooden block as shown, and blow air from union bolt mounting hole to remove pistons and piston boots.
WARNING:
Do not get your fingers caught in the piston.
4. Remove the piston seal from the cylinder body using a suitable tool.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage cylinder inner wall.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Cylinder Body
CAUTION:
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Use new brake fluid to clean. Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene.
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Check for corrosion, wear, or damage to the cylinder inner wall, and replace the caliper if there are any non-standard conditions.
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Minor flaws caused by corrosion or a foreign material can be removed by polishing the surface with a fine sandpaper. Replace the
cylinder body, if necessary.
Torque Member
Check for wear, cracks, and damage. If damage or deformation is present, replace the affected part.
Piston