Repair Procedures: Installation

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
Compress the piston into the caliper body using the SST (09581-11000).

Fig 1: Compressing Piston Into Caliper Body Using SST (09581-11000)
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
After installation, bleed the brake system.
(Refer to BLEEDING OF BRAKE SYSTEM )
CAUTION:
- Do Not hit piston end by hammer or prying directly against piston face with screwdriver to push in piston.
- Using wood or used pad to protect piston end and pushing the wood or pad is recommended.
- When spreading a piston, SST should be cover all area of piston end face.