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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEMFRONT BRAKE PADINSTALLATION

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans

Front Brake Pad: Installation

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Installation

NOTE: Before installation, remove mud and foreign matter from the caliper body and support.

Before installation, check the brake pad. Refer to INSPECTION .
Apply a thin coat of grease contained in the pad kit to the pad clip.

Fig 1: Identifying Thin Coat Of Grease Applying Area On Pad Kit To Pad Clip
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Apply a thin coat of Molykote AS880N (Part No. K0777YA010) or grease contained in the pad kit to both surfaces of the pad and inner shim.

Fig 2: Identifying Thin Coat Of Grease Applying Area On Pad And Inner Shim Pad Kit Surfaces
Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
Install the brake pad to the support.
CAUTION:
- Be sure to install so that the pad return spring faces the input side of the direction of brake rotor rotation, as shown in the figure.
- Correctly install the pad return spring to the supporting surface of the pad clip as shown in the figure.
- If the pad return spring is deformed or damaged, replace the brake pad.

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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.