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Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint. If brake
fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
Remove, disassemble, inspect, reassemble, and install the caliper, and
note these items:
Make sure that the caliper pins are installed correctly. The upper
caliper pin and the lower caliper pin are different. If these caliper pins are
installed in the wrong location, it will cause vibration, uneven or rapid brake
pad wear, and possibly uneven tire wear. To prevent dripping brake fluid, cover disconnected hose joints with
clean rags or shop towels. Clean all parts in brake fluid and air dry; blow out all passages with
compressed air. Before reassembling, check that all parts are free of dirt and other
foreign particles. Replace parts with new ones as specified in the illustration. Make sure no dirt or other foreign matter gets in the brake fluid. Make sure no grease or oil gets on the brake discs or pads. When reusing brake pads, always reinstall them in their original
positions to prevent loss of braking efficiency. Do not reuse drained brake fluid. Use only new Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid
from an unopened container. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and shorten the life of the system. Coat the piston, the piston seal groove, and the caliper bore with clean
brake fluid. Use recommended greases in the rear caliper set. After installing the caliper, check the brake hose and line for leaks,
interference, and twisting. Refer to the Exploded View as needed during this procedure.
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