Front Axle Hub On-Vehicle Inspection

Remove the No. 1 caliper plates from the brake caliper.

NOTICE:

Use wire or equivalent to prevent the brake caliper from hanging down by the flexible hose.

Put matchmarks on the disc and the axle hub.

Remove the front disc.

Using a dial indicator, check for looseness near the center of the axle hub.

Maximum:

0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)

NOTICE:

Ensure that the dial indicator is perpendicular to the measurement surface.

Using a dial indicator, check for runout on the surface of the axle hub outside the hub bolt.

Maximum:

0.05 mm (0.0020 in.)

NOTICE:

Ensure that the dial indicator is set perpendicular to the measurement surface.

Align the matchmarks and install the front disc.

HINT:

When replacing the disc with a new one, select the installation position where the front disc has the minimum runout.

Install the brake caliper assembly and new No. 1 caliper plates to the steering knuckle with the 2 bolts.

Torque:

78 N*m{795 kgf*cm, 58 ft.*lbf}

NOTICE:

1. Do not twist the front brake hose when installing the front disc brake caliper.
   
2. Make sure that there are no foreign objects or damage to the threads of the bolts.
   
3. Do not overtighten the bolts because the steering knuckle is made of aluminum and may be damaged easily.