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Front Brake Caliper Installation Note

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  1. Clean the exposed area of the piston.
  2. Push the piston in using the commercially available disc brake expand tool.
    G13715103Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Apply grease to the locations shown in the figure.
    G13176177Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the disc pads to the front brake mounting support.
  5. Return the front brake caliper to the original position and install the bolt.