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Brake Caliper Assembly

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  1. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  2. Compress the piston into the caliper body using the SST (09581-11000).
    Fig 1: Compressing Piston Into Caliper Body Using SST (09581-11000)
    G12229678Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not hit piston end by hammer or prying directly against piston face with screwdriver to push in piston.
    • Use wood or a used pad to protect piston end. Pushing an the wood or used pad is recommended.
    • When spreading a piston, all area of piston end face should be protected from using the SST.
  3. After installation, bleed the brake system. (Refer to BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING )