StopTech Automobile Parts 98-180-1470 User's Manual
Contents
1. rinse cleaning solutions off as quickly as possible StopTech is not liable for damage to calipers hats or bracket finishes due to corrosive chemical exposure 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 3 APPLICATION DISCLAIMER Contd Brake Noise Certain brake pad compounds make more noise than others Proper anti squeal shim plates be tween the caliper pistons and backing plate of the pad help to reduce the problem Anti squeal lubricants are also available to reduce some of the noise The reality is that performance pads are more prone to brake squeal Note The customer is responsible for any squeal related problems due to pad selection Permanent Modification to Lower Ball Joints It may be necessary to grind a portion of each lower ball joint to clear the inboard face of the rotor during full suspension travel If done carefully this modification will not affect the strength or structural integrity of the vehicle Although a coarse file will remove the material a power grinder if used properly will be more efficient If you are uncomfortable making this modification seek the help of a qualified professional Brake Vibration THIS IS IMPORTANT T he most common cause of brake vibration is improper bed in of pads and rotors or improper pad selection for the specific driving environment Rotor run out may also cause vibration but preci sion manufacturing and inspection typically mean2. temperature before using them again DO NOT COMETO ACOMPLETE STOP WHEN THE SYSTEM IS HOT WHILE LEAVING YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL PAD MATERIAL MAY TRANSFER ONTO THE ROTOR CAUSING A VIBRATION If you have any questions about rotor and pad bed in any aspect of your StopTech brake kit or brakes in general please contact the StopTech Customer Service Department at 310 325 4799 extension 105 or e mail us at support stoptech com 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 24 T hank you for selecting StopTech We realize that you had a choice when selecting a big brake upgrade for your vehicle and we know that you ll be happy with our system We proudly support our fine products For any assistance or questions please contact our C ustomer Service D epartment at 310 325 4799 extension 105 or email us at support stoptech com Mmmm TRES gt a D HIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKE SYSTEMS
3. that run out is not an issue Modern produc tion methods ensure that the rotor run out is within 0 002 when installed on a StopTech alumi num hat and it controls thickness variation to within 0 0003 Under the most extreme conditions any rotor may warp but uneven pad deposition is a more typical cause of vibration If the system is not properly bedded in or if street pads are run on an open track uneven pad deposits will occur causing an ever worsening vibration Failure to immediately address a pad deposition vibration issue may lead to permanent damage of the rotors Please read and understand the bed in proce dure included in this manual If you have any questions please contact the StopTech Customer Service Department on 310 325 4799 extension 105 or you can e mail directly to support stoptech com Note StopTech is not liable for vibrations caused by extreme usage or improper bed in of pads and rotors All trademarks are properties of their respective owners StopTech LLC is neither associ ated nor affiliated with nor sponsored by General Motors 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 4 Important Notices Wheel Fitment Do not assume that your wheels will fit An outline drawing of your StopTech Big Brake kit is available in the Technical Information section of our website at www stoptech com M easure the distance from the outer face of your stock caliper to the inne
4. Bridge Bolts Use a light film of anti seize on the bridge bolt shafts and threads T he ST 40 original equipment caliper uses a common Porsche style pad The Friction Materials Standards Institute FM SI number for the pad backing plate is D 372 For further pad interchange information please seethe FAQ section of the StopTech website at www stoptech com 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 15 Step 6 Install Caliper and Pads Note The images in this section may not be of the vehicle noted but they give a proper representation of the correct installation D etermine the left and right hand side calipers T hey are clearly marked on the box but as a check the bleed screws are always positioned at the top of the caliper If installing a four wheel kit with ST 40 calipers on the front and rear of the vehicle be sure that the correct caliper is on each corner The calipers with the smaller piston sizes go on the rear of the vehicle In order to stiffen the caliper the bridge must fit snugly and the bolts may be tight when remov ing them Keep turning the bolts gently with pressure applied in the direction of removal After removing the bolts it may be necessary to tap the bridge out from the inside of the caliper using a mallet or similar tool the handle of a tool works well for this With use the bridge and bolts will become easier to remove and in sert Remove t
5. Installation Instructions Corvette C5 1997 2004 355mm Front Big Brake Upgrade ST 40 Caliper 98 180 1470 Rev C 03 02 06 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 355mm AeroR otor and H at Assembly ST 40 Caliper Stainless Braided Brake Line and H ardware Caliper Bracket High Performance Street Pads Big Brake Kit for the Corvette C5 T hisisa representative photograph T he actual components in your kit may appear slightly different 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 2 APPLICATION DISCLAIMER Caliper Clearance Most 17 wheels will clear the outer diameter of the caliper for a 328mm or 332mm rotor kit For a 355mm kit a minimum 18 wheel is typically required and for a 380mm rotor kit a minimum 19 wheel is needed The more critical clearance however is the gap between the spokes of the wheel and the face of the caliper Do not assume that a larger diameter wheel will automatically clear the face of the caliper To determine the actual metal to metal distance from the stock rotor face to the inside of the wheel spokes refer to the StopTech website at www stoptech com and click on the Wheel Fitment link in the Technical Information section Review the instructions carefully to ensure that you have a full understanding of how to accurately measure the critical wheel clearances It is very important that you verify the accuracy of the scale of the printout by m
6. SING AVIBRATION If racing or higher performance pads are being used add four stops from 80 to 5 10 MPH and if full race pads are being used add four stops from 100 to 5 10 MPH T here are several indicators to look for while bedding in the system On the 8th or 9th stop there should be a distinct smell from the brakes Smoke may also be evident after several stops Also on the 8th or 9th stop some friction material will experience green fade T his isa slight fading of the brakes T he fade will stabilize but will not completely go away until the brakes have cooled After the bed in cycle is finished there will be a blue tint on the rotor with a light gray film on the rotor face The blue tint indicates that the rotor has reached the proper bed in temperature and the gray film is pad material starting to transfer onto the rotor face T his is normal After the first bed in cycle shown above the brakes will still not be operating at their best capacity A second or third bed in cycle is typically necessary before the brakes really start to come in A cycle is a series of stops followed by a cool down StopTech does not endorse speeding on public roads If going above the legal speed limit do so in a safe area away from traffic and at your own risk After the final stop of each cycle drive as much as possible without using the brakes to cool off the system Ideally the brakes should be allowed to cool to ambient
7. atching both a width and length dimension on your vehicle Dimensions are shown in millimeters but one di mension in each direction is also shown in inches and StopTech recommends adding at least 2mm of additional clearance to these dimensions Follow the instructions carefully to produce a fitment template and take care to ensure that your measurements are very precise If you have any ques tions or difficulties please contact the StopTech Customer Service D epartment on 310 325 4799 extension 105 or send an e mail to support stoptech com Note Final fitment of the wheel to the caliper is the responsibility of the customer Wheel Spacers W heel spacers can provide extra clearance to the outer face of the caliper T his will also space out the entire wheel widening the track width of the vehicle Fender clearances should be checked on lowered cars and longer lug studs or wheel bolts are usually required Note The Wheel Industry Council has issued guidelines advising that wheel spacers not be used It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that wheel spacers are properly specified and installed Caliper Hat and Bracket Finish Disclaimer Many wheel cleaning solutions contain strong acids that may damage the finish on any caliper or aluminum anodized finish especially the plating on the hardware Check for adverse effects by trying a small amount of the cleaner in question on an inconspicuous area Avoid over spraying and
8. ating is worn off of the rotor faces BEFORE starting the bed in procedure Do not use brakes aggressively until the plating is worn off typically after several miles of driving Typically a heavy braking street driver will experience approximately 1 to 1 1G s of deceleration At this rate the ABS will be activated on such equipped vehicles A moderate braking effort is needed to properly bed in rotors and pads If ABS intervention or lockup were represented as 100 brake effort a stopping force of approximately 70 80 just short of ABS intervention or lockup is a general estimate of the pedal effort you are trying to achieve Continued on next page 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 23 Rotor and Pad Bed in C ontd Note Bedding in of pads should not be done in poor weather conditions nor on wet roads After completing the installation make a series of 10 stops from 60 to 5 10 MPH At the end of each stop immediately accelerate to 60 again for the next stop Run all stops in one cycle D uring the 60 to 5 10 MPH cycle of stops the exact speed is not critical Accelerate to approximately 60 then begin braking As you approach 5 10 MPH it is not necessary to watch the speedometer Keep your eyes on the road and approximate your speed at the end of each stop DO NOT COME TO A COMPLETE STOP WHILE LEAVING YOUR FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL ASYOU MAY IMPRINT PAD MATERIAL ONTO THE ROTOR CAU
9. derstanding the following you will avoid the most common causes of poor brake performance and vibration FAILURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS PERMANENT DAMAGE TO YOUR NEW ROTORS Wash Non Plated AeroRotors with SOAP AND WATER before installation StopTech coats non plated AeroR otors with a water soluble environmentally friendly rust inhibitor that MUST be cleaned off before use A non plated rotor looks like bare metal while plated rotors are bright silver in color and do not need to be washed Even though you may not see a change in the rotor color if the rotor is not rusty the rust inhibitor is there Use soap and water NOT BRAKE CLEANER to wash the rotors A small piece of Scotchbrite works well for scrubbing W hen cleaned and rinsed properly the surface of the rotor may show a light rust color which is normal Bed in your new pads and rotors by carefully ob serving the procedure described on this and the following page Bed in of rotors and pads is critical to the optimum performance of your new brakes W hen bedding in new parts you are not only heat cycling the pads you are also depositing a layer of pad material onto the rotor face If not bedded in properly an uneven layer of pad material will be deposited onto the rotor causing vibration Virtually every instance of a warped rotor is attributed to uneven pad deposition Note Plated rotors must be driven with gentle braking until the CAD pl
10. dure before starting the installation Kit Contents Your StopTech Big Brake kit includes the following 1 pair of ST 40 four piston calipers sized specifically for your vehicle 1 set of high performance street pads not suitable for track use 1 pair of 355 x 32mm two piece rotor assemblies 1 pair of aluminum caliper adapter brackets 2 pair of 7 16 20 self locking Jet nuts 2 pair of 12mm washers 1 pair of stainless steel brake lines 1 pair of banjo bolts 2 pair of copper crush washers 1 pair of rubber end caps 1 caplet of Loctite 262 Tools and Equipment Required Note Different models and years of vehicle use different sized fasteners and every effort has been taken to correctly identify the proper sized tool for each step of the installation Occa sionally however manufacturers use alternate fasteners so it s advisable to check that each tool correctly fits the fastener before loosening or tightening it The following tools and equipment will be needed 21mm wrench or socket 1 2 drive suggested 14mm wrench or socket 13mm flare wrench 11mm box wrench 11 16 wrench 1 2 wrench or socket 3 8 drive suggested Torque wrenches capable of 10 125 Ib ft settings 5mm Allen hex wrench N eedle nose or small standard pliers C oarse file or power grinder Anti seize compound Small drip tray or several rags Small funnel or suitable means of filling master cylinder reservoir Brake bleed bottle Plastic or
11. e fittings turn the steering either toward or away from the side that you re working on depending on the orientation of the caliper If you re installing a leading caliper turn the steering toward the side that you re working on and if you re installing a trailing caliper turn the steering away from the sidethat you re work ing on This will make access to the caliper bolts easier 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 7 Step 2 D isconnect Stock Brake Line Warning Brake fluid will damage most painted surfaces Immediately clean spilled brake fluid from any painted surface Also be sure that the cap is securely installed on the master cylinder If the cap is loose or removed it is likely that more fluid will drip during brake installation Place a drip tray or several rags directly below the inboard brake line connection If the area around the brake line connection to the chassis is dirty clean it using brake cleaner or an ap propriate cleaning agent Use a 13mm flare wrench to slightly loosen the hard line fitting Use needle nose or small standard pliers to re move the bracket holding the inboard end of the stock brake line to the chassis bracket Take care to retain the clip for later use Remove the hard line fitting and quickly place one of the rubber caps over the end of the hard line to control fluid loss during the installation 3541 Unit A Lomita Boule
12. he two bolts holding the caliper bridge in place using a 5mm Allen wrench Bridge Bolts Removethe caliper bridge taking note of the di rection in which it is installed and the correct location of the pad retaining wire clip which typically but not always remains attached to the bridge Note W hen the pad retaining clip isoriented correctly its welded joint should not be vis ble through the bridges air scoop opening 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 16 Step 6 Contd Install Caliper and Pads Install the caliper onto the adapter bracket ori enting it so that the bleed screws are positioned on the top side of the caliper Take care to ensure that the caliper is square and evenly started on both studs It may be necessary to use a mallet to gently tap the caliper into posi tion Install a Jet nut onto each stud with a 12mm washer under each nut Tighten the Jet nuts to 40 Ib ft of torque using a 1 2 wrench or socket Slide the brake pads into position within the cali per taking care to ensure that the friction side of each pad is facing the rotor Yes theyve been installed backward before Apply a light film of anti seize compound onto the bridge bolt shafts and threads 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 17 Step 6 Contd Install Caliper and Pads Install the bridge by sliding it into
13. ing wheels Note Some wheels are balanced on the inside with adhesive backed lead weights If the weight is on the outboard edge behind the spokes it may interfere with the caliper If neces sary note the weight and location of the lead and place a new piece of the same weight further inboard or outboard to clear the caliper If you rotate the tires regularly check the lead weight positions on all four wheels and also on the spare if it is full sized Reinstall the wheels and torque the lug nuts to your wheel manufacturer s specifications It may be necessary to snug the bolts before lowering the vehicle and to then torque the wheels when the car is on the ground Alternatively an assistant may depress the brake pedal while you tighten the wheel nuts to the proper torque setting Carefully test drive the vehicle in a safe area at low speed to ensure that all components are working correctly T hen follow the pad and rotor bed in procedure on the following pages 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 22 HIGH PERFORMANCE BRAKE SYSTEMS AeroRotor Installation amp Bed in Procedure READ THIS NOW FAILURE TO READ UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THESE PROCEDURES WILL CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE TO YOUR BRAKE ROTORS AND WILL KEEPTHE SYSTEM FROM WORKING AT ITS FULL CAPACITY T he majority of brake system problems are due to improper installation and or bed in of the rotors and pads By reading and un
14. non marring mallet 1 pair of jack stands or other means of supporting vehicle DOT 3 or 4 Brake Fluid Check manufacturer s recommendation for compatibility StopTech rec ommends flushing brake fluid every one to two years or more often under severe usage conditions If not done recently the installation of a brake kit is an excellent opportunity to refresh your brake fluid or to upgrade to a higher performance fluid such as M otul 600 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 6 Step 1 Raise Vehicle and Remove W heels Note All photographs show a right hand side installation unless otherwise noted A level stable and clean surface suitable for sup porting the vehicle on jack stands should be used for the installation Warning Never leave any vehicle supported with only a jack Always use jack stands For a front kit installation apply the parking brake then break loose the lug nuts on both front wheels before jacking up the vehicle Jack up the vehicle and secure it on a pair of jack stands referring to the owner s manual to identify the correct jack and support locations After securing the vehicle at a convenient height remove the front wheels Note To ensure safety the parking brake must be applied before removing the front wheels If necessary place a wheel nut on one of the studs to prevent the rotor from falling To make it easier to access the brake lin
15. oint slightly to clear the inboard face of the AeroRotor during full suspension travel coarse file can remove the material although a power grinder is more efficient if used properly Install the rotor and check the proximity of the lower ball joint to the inner rotor face Turn the wheel lock to lock to determine how far around the front and back edge needs to be clearanced Remove ridge in this area With the suspension at FULL DROOP there should bea clearance of 3 5 4 8mm 1 8 3 16 between the inner face of the rotor and the outer diameter of the lower ball joint 3 5 4 8mm at full droop 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 Note If only the lip around the outer ridge is removed the structural integrity of the lower ball joint will not be compromised If you are not comfortable making this modification seek the help of a qualified professional Removethe lip which protrudes around the outer edge of the ball joint the approximate area is shown in the photograph to the left Ridge Width 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 12 Left Side Rotor O utboard Side O utboard Side Driver s Right 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 13 RIGHT SIDE SHOWN 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 14 Caliper Component Identification Bolt in Bridge Pad Retaining Clip oe rop ae de A
16. ous bodily injury or even death It is strongly recommended that a trained experienced mechanic with proper equipment install the Big Brake Kit supplied by StopTech LLC StopTech LLC assumes no liability expressed or implied for the improper installa tion or use of this product or its components Liability No Warranty Automobile racing and performance driving whether sanctioned or not on or off the road are dangerous Products used in such environments applications are subject to stresses and conditions outside of normal use wear and tear All equipment sold or provided by StopTech LLC is sold WITHOUT WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED No warranty or representation is made to the product s ability to protect the user from injury or death The user assumes all risk StopTech LLC isNOT responsible for any damage consequential or otherwise for equipment failure or mal performance after installation Under no circumstances is StopTech liable for labor charges or loss of use Contact StopTech If you have any questions about wheel fitment rotor cleaning or bed in of a particular pad type please call StopTech s C ustomer Service D epartment on 310 325 4799 extension 105 or you can e mail directly to support stoptech com 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 5 Corvette C5 Front Axle Kit Note It is important to read and understand this ENTIRE installation manual including the bed in proce
17. pers and lines will need to fill with fluid quickly draining the master cylinder reservoir Keep a close watch on the fluid level when initially bleeding the system Do not allow the master cylinder reservoir to run dry and to draw in air Doing so may result in the brake system needing to be serviced by a certified brake technician Bleed the brake system using an 11mm box wrench to loosen the bleed screws T he sequence for bleeding the brakes should be 1 Right outboard bleed screw 2 Right inboard bleed screw 3 Left outboard bleed screw 4 Left inboard bleed screw T hough a torque wrench is not typically used on bleed screws as a reference the torque for bleed screws should be approximately 100 140 Ib INCH After initially bleeding the system gently tap the caliper body with a mallet to dislodge any small air bubbles then re bleed the brakes After bleeding apply constant pressure to the brake pedal and check all connections including bleed screws and both ends of the brake line for leaks Warning Brake fluid will damage most painted surfaces Immediately clean spilled brake fluid from any painted surface including the caliper Though caliper paint is designed to resist harsh chemicals prolonged exposure will damage the finish 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 21 Step 9 Reinstall W heels It is very important to check the wheel to caliper clearance before install
18. position and rocking it until one of the bolt holes lines up Take care to ensure that the bridge is slid straight and parallel into the caliper body opening Note The bridge is directional and should be positioned so that the air scoop opening is located in the bottom half of the bridge Insert the first bridge bolt from the outside of the caliper and start the first few threads using a 5mm Allen wrench Start the second bolt and apply pressure to the bridge using the palm of your hand or by gen tly tapping the bridge with a mallet until the bolt engages in the hole Start thefirst few threads using a 5mm Allen wrench D ouble check the orientation of the bridge to ensure that the air scoop opening is located in the bottom half of the bridge Torque each bolt to approximately 8 10 Ib ft using a 5mm Allen wrench Do not use a torque wrench as the use of anti seize compound will cause a false reading Do not over torque the bridge bolts snug is tight enough Warning Do not hammer the bridge bolts into place Tap the bridge not the bolts 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 18 Step 7 Attach Stainless Steel Brake Line Install the caliper end of the stainless steel brake line by first placing a copper crush washer on either side of the banjo fitting then inserting the gt banjo bolt into the fitting fom ON Banjo bolt Insert the banjo bolt in
19. r face of your wheel spokes or make a template according to the instructions on the website to determine if a wheel spacer is necessary DO THISBEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR KIT Cleaning of Rotors The AeroRotors supplied with this kit are coated with a water soluble environmentally friendly rust inhibitor This coating MUST BE WASHED OFF WITH SOAP AND WATER before installa tion Brake cleaner is not as effective as soap and water Even if it doesn t look as if anything is coming off the rotor the rust inhibitor is there and must be entirely cleaned Rotors will quickly rust without protection so if the rotor is not rusty it s still coated After cleaning you may see the rotor start to develop a slight rust color This is normal and indicates that all of the rust inhibitor has been removed Rotor and Pad Bed in Proper rotor and pad bed in is essential to the performance of your new brake system Failure to properly bed in the brakes will seriously impact how well they work and how long they will last T he number one cause of brake vibration is uneven pad material deposition on the rotor Proper bed in will greatly minimize such problems Follow as closely as possible the bed in procedure detailed later in this manual or refer to the StopTech website at www stoptech com for further information Safety Notice Improper handling of a vehicle especially while raised and supported by jack stands ramps or other mechanical means can cause seri
20. rench or socket then torque the bolts to 125 lb ft 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 10 Step 5 Install AeroR otor Assembly AeroRotors MUST be cleaned with soap and water prior to installation Not doing so will damage the rotors and pads and will prevent the brakes from performing properly Even though the rotors may look clean the rust inhibitor is in place and it must be removed Not cleaning the rotors will severely impact the performance of your new brake system Warning Do not skip this step Install the hat and rotor assembly ensuring that the rotor is seated squarely on the hub face If necessary clean the face of the hub using a wire brush or similar means Place a couple of wheel nuts on the studs to pre vent the rotor from falling during brake installa tion Note Take care to ensure that the rotor assembly is on the correct side of the car as reversing the rotors will severely decrease the cooling capacity of the system The rotors are clearly marked L and R with orange tags on the rotor hats If the tags are not legible the vanes inside the rotor should lean to the rear of the car on the top side of the rotor see pages 13 and 14 for more detailed images 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 11 Step 5 Contd Install AeroR otor Assembly It may be necessary to clearance the lower ball j
21. to the caliper angling the banjo fitting so that it is leaning slightly forward Torque the banjo bolt to approximately 14 Ib ft using a 14mm wrench or socket Note Do not use torque wrench as over tightening the bolt can strip the aluminum threads causing irreparable damage to the caliper Remove the rubber cap from the hard line and screw the stainless steel brake line onto the hard line fitting by hand for a few turns Use an 11 16 wrench to hold the stainless line fitting while using a 13mm flare wrench to tighten the hard line fitting 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 19 Step 7 Cont d Attach Stainless Steel Brake Line Reinstall the line retaining spring clip to secure the stainless brake line in place Take care to ensure that the prongs on the spring clip are seated within the recesses on the brake line fitting then use a mallet to gently tap the spring clip into place After securing the brake line turn the wheels lock to lock to ensure that the line is not binding or touching any moving part of the suspension Adjust the line if necessary by re clocking the banjo bolt on the caliper or by reorienting the inboard line fitting 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 20 Step 8 Bleed Brakes Complete the installation on both sides of the vehicle before bleeding the system Note The cali
22. vard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 8 Step 3 Remove Stock Caliper amp Rotor Removethetwo stock caliper bolts using a 21mm wrench or socket and retain the bolts for later use Note Factory installed caliper bolts may be very tight Ensure that you have a good pur chase on the bolt head and that you are in a good position to turn the wrench or socket Remove the stock rotor by pulling it off of the hub by hand Note It may be necessary to strike the outer edge of the rotor with a non marring mallet if corrosion prevents the rotor from simply being pulled off If so place a wheel bolt in one of the holes first to prevent the rotor from falling when it comes loose Remove the caliper with the stock brake line at tached There may be some leakage from the open end of the brake line especially if the pads pistons on the caliper are retracted 3541 Unit A Lomita Boulevard Torrance CA 90505 310 325 4799 www stoptech com 9 Step 4 Install Caliper Bracket Remove the et nuts and washers from the caliper mounting bracket and put them aside for later use Place a few drops of the supplied Loctite 262 on the threads of each stock caliper bolt Install the caliper bracket using the stock cali per mounting bolts with the bracket mounted on the outboard side of the mounting lugs and the bolts inserted from the inboard side Tighten the caliper bracket bolts using a 21mm w
Download Pdf Manuals
Related Search