User's Manual

Replacing Pads

• Always replace pads on both sides of the axle at the same time.

WARNING: Follow the Safety Instructions. The vehicle

manufacturer's instructions must also be followed.

• Chock the wheels on an axle that is not to be raised.

• Lift the axle, support and remove the wheels in

accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.

WARNING: Clean the disc brake of dirt and dust. Use the

speciﬁ ed type of dust-removal equipment for cleaning. Do

not use compressed air. Inhaling dust particles may be

harmful to your health.

WARNING: If the disc brake is equipped with a spring

brake chamber, make sure that the spring is caged in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

1. Remove the plug of the readjustment shaft.

2. Use an 8 mm socket to back off the brake adjuster. Turn the

readjustment shaft counterclockwise to release the brake. Do not

tighten.

IMPORTANT: To prevent damage to the adjusting mechanism,

never use an impact wrench.

3. Remove the retainer bar cap screw.

4. Remove the retaining bar. Hold the pad springs to prevent them

from jumping out.

5. Check the following (refer to section):

• Brake Disc

• Sliding Function

• Play in the Slide Pins

• Boots for Slide Pins

• Bellows for Adjustment Screws

1. Using an 8 mm socket, turn counterclockwise until the

readjustment shaft is fully retracted.

IMPORTANT: Do not tighten.

2. Check that the pad contact surfaces in the disc brake are

clean. Replace pads. Replace pad springs, retainer bar and

secure with retainer cap screw. Torque retainer cap screw to

45± 3 N•m [33.2 ± 2.2 lbs. ft.].

Removing Pads Replacing Pads

Replacing Pads