J5-8 Rockwell Wheel Speed Front Disc Brakes 10/06 J05024
8. If original linings have sufficient lining material
for reuse, inspect lining back plate for cracks or
excessive yielding where plate fits into end
plates 7 or 8 (Figure 5-3).
When replacing linings, never mix new and used
linings in a brake assembly.
9. Slide linings (9) into caliper. It may be neces-
sary to again pry pistons into housing (1).
10. Install end plates (7 & 8), apply Loctite
®
271 to
threads of end plate cap screws (6). Install cap
screws and tighten to 54.6 N·m (403 ft lbs)
torque. Check that linings (9) slide freely
between end plates.
11. After completing lining replacement, reinstall
front wheels. Refer to Wheel and Tire Installa-
tion, Section G.
FIGURE 5-4. DISC WEAR LIMITS
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