1. Safety First
- Engage parking brake.
- Chock rear wheels.
- Jack up front of vehicle and support it on jack stands.
2. Remove the Tires and Wheels:
- Remove the lug nuts.
- Remove the wheels.
3. Remove Old Brake Hose
- Disconnect the flexible brake hose from the caliper by unscrewing the banjo bolt.
4. Replace Old Calipers
- Locate caliper mounting bolts
- Remove mounting bolts
- Remove old caliper
5. Install New Calipers
- Ensure caliper mounting holes are clean
- Screw in the mounting bolts
- Ensure the caliper is firmly attached
6. Bleed the Brakes:
- Attach a bleeder wrench to the bleeder screw on the caliper.
- Open the bleeder screw and allow the old brake fluid to drain out.
- While someone depresses the brake pedal, close the bleeder screw.
- Repeat this process until the old fluid is completely drained out.
7. Install New Brake Hose
- Position new brake hose over caliper nipple.
- Secure it with banjo bolt and washer.
- Tighten the banjo bolt, but don't over-tighten it.
8. Refill the Brake Fluid Reservoir:
- Open the hood of the vehicle.
- Locate the brake fluid reservoir.
- Add new brake fluid to the reservoir until it is full.
9. Test the Brakes:
- Start the vehicle and press the brake pedal.
- The brake pedal should feel firm and responsive.
10. Reinstall the Wheels:
- Place the wheels back on the vehicle.
- Replace and tighten the lug nuts.
- Lower the vehicle from the jack stands.
Note:
- Ensure the brake fluid used is DOT 3 or higher and meets the manufacturer's recommendation.
