Brake Rotor - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 3301020233010202
  • 1134786-00-ATool, Caliper Spreader, Model 3

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Tool, Caliper Spreader, Model 3 (1134786-00-A)
Parent topic: 3301 - Brake Discs and Calipers

Remove

  1. Raise the vehicle and remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel (Remove and Install).
  2. Use Toolbox to place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See Release Parking Brake Using Toolbox.
  3. Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the parking brake.
  4. Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH rear knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to hang from an S-hook.
    Torque 83 Nm
  5. Use the caliper spreader tool to push the caliper pistons to the fully open position.
  6. Remove the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub, and then remove the brake rotor from the hub.
    Torque 5 Nm
1Raise the vehicle and remove the LH rear wheel. See Wheel (Remove and Install).
2Use Toolbox to place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See Release Parking Brake Using Toolbox.
3Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the parking brake.
4Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH rear knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to hang from an S-hook.
Torque 83 Nm
5Use the caliper spreader tool to push the caliper pistons to the fully open position.
6Remove the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub, and then remove the brake rotor from the hub.
Torque 5 Nm

Install

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:

  • Replace all patchbolts.
  • Press the brake pedal at least 5 times to seat the pads against the rotor.
    Warning: Always check that the brake pads are seated correctly before driving the vehicle.
  • Use Toolbox to check the braking system.
  • Perform a road test using a series of panic stops to make sure there is proper pedal feel and brake performance.