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4. Remove the hose from the caliper. Then remove the two
caliper mounting bolts. Do not allow the caliper to hang
from the hose.
Installing the new brake caliper
1. First inspect the brake assembly for grooves, flaking,
cracks, heat checking, thickness variation, insufficient rotor
thickness, and look to see that the mounting hardware is
straight. Replace any component as needed (or desired)
per manufacturer recommendations.
2. Install the new caliper assembly. Make sure that the bleed
screw points up.
3. Remount the caliper assembly onto the caliper attaching
bracket. Ensure that there is thread locking compound on
the threads of the new mounting bolts. Torque mounting
bolts to
40-50 Ft. Lbs.
Note: Use two lug nuts to secure
rotor against the hub face when reassembling the caliper.
After the caliper is assembled remove the lug nuts.
4. Reconnect the hose to the elbow adapter on the back of the
caliper and torque to
10-12 Ft. Lbs.
5. Reconnect the brake actuation system. Refer to your
actuation systems
Operation Maintenance Service Manual
for proper operation.
6. Bleed and flush brake system per your actuation systems
Operation Maintenance Service Manual.
7. Remount the wheel. Refer to your
Operation Maintenance
Service Manual for proper wheel nut torque procedures.
Instructions for Brake Rotor Kit
3.5K Disc Hydraulic Brakes
Notice to Buyer
It is recommended that all brakes be replaced at the same time to
insure balanced braking performance.
Remove the old brake rotor
1. Jack up trailer and secure on adequate capacity jack
stands. Follow trailer manufacturers recommendations for
lifting and supporting the unit.
Braking Systems - Hydraulic
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