Brake Actuator Assembly: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus ES 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. To install, reverse removal procedure. Install 3 cushions and 2 holders to brake actuator. Install brake actuator to bracket with 2 nuts and, using special tool (09023-00100), tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
  2. Install brake actuator with bracket and tighten 3 nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
  3. Connect the brake actuator harness connector.
  4. Using special tool (09023-00100), connect the 6 brake lines to the actuator.
  5. Fill reservoir with brake fluid and bleed master cylinder. See MASTER CYLINDERΒ  under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
  6. Bleed brake line. See BRAKE LINEΒ  under BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM.
  7. Check fluid level in reservoir and check for brake fluid leakage. Check operation of brake actuator. See BRAKE ACTUATOR ASSEMBLYΒ  under COMPONENT TESTS.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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