For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution in the Preface section.

Notice: Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking Notice in the Preface section.

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

Important: Caliper removal is not necessary to service the brake pads.

3. Remove the lower caliper guide pin bolt.
4. Pivot the caliper upward.
5. Remove the brake shoes.

### Installation Procedure

1. Measure the minimum brake shoe lining thickness. Refer to Brake Pad Inspection .
2. Install the brake shoes into the caliper.
3. Push the piston inward, if needed.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Important: Avoid damaging the piston seal when the piston housing is pulled down.

4. Pivot the caliper downward and install the bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the lower caliper mounting bolt to 31 N·m (23 lb ft).

5. Install the rear wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
6. Lower the vehicle.