Subaru 2002 IMPREZA Service Manual page 2316

BRAKE
2. 15 INCH TYPE
1) Install the disc rotor on hub.
2) Install the caliper body on housing.
Tightening torque:
52 N·m (5.3 kgf-m, 38.3 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
• Always replace the pads for both right and
left wheels at the same time. Also replace the
pad clips if they are twisted or worn.
• A wear indicator is provided on the inner disc
brake pad. If the pad wears down to such an ex-
tent that the end of wear indicator contacts disc
rotor, a squeaking sound is produced as the
wheel rotates. If this sound is heard, replace the
pad.
• Replace the pads if there is oil or grease on
them.
3) Apply thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No.
26298AC000) to the frictional portion between pad
and pad clip.
4) Install the pads on caliper body.
5) Connect the brake hose.
Tightening torque:
18 N·m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.0 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
• The brake hose must be connected without
any twist.
• Replace the brake hose gaskets with new
ones.
6) Bleed air from the brake system.
C: DISASSEMBLY
1. 14 INCH TYPE
1) Remove the boot ring.
(1) Boot ring
REAR DISC BRAKE ASSEMBLY
S4M0120B
BR-38
2) Remove the piston boot.
3) Gradually supply compressed air via inlet of the
brake hose to force piston out.
CAUTION:
• Place a wooden block as shown in the figure
to prevent damage to piston.
• Do not apply excessively high-pressure.
(1) Place a 30 mm (1.18 in) wide wooden block
here.
4) Remove the piston seal from caliper body cylin-
der.
5) Remove the lock pin sleeve and boot from cali-
per body.
6) Remove the guide pin boot.
S4M0121
B4M1174C
S4M0122