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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Kia Forte EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair Procedures: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Use a SST (09581-2T100) when installing the brake caliper assembly.NOTE:
- Connect an air hose (B) to the SST after confirming that the valve of the SST is surely closed.
- Input the SST in the caliper and press the caliper piston while opening the valve of the SST slowly counterclockwise
- Close the valve (A) of the SST and disconnect the air hose (B); then, open the valve again to get the rest of air out and remove the SST from the caliper.
- After installation, bleed the brake system.
(Refer to BRAKE BLEEDING PROCEDURES Brake system - "Brake Bleeding Procedures")
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.