Jaguar XJ (X350). Manual - part 173

 

6 . NOTE:  

 

 

Left-hand shown, right-hand similar. 

 

Attach the brake hose.  

  

 

Install new sealing washers.

 

  

 

Tighten to 35 Nm.

 

 

 

 

 

7 . NOTE:  

 

 

Left-hand shown, right-hand similar. 

 

Install the anti-rattle spring.  

 

 

 

8 . Remove the brake pedal hold-down tool. 

 

 

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Bleed the brake system.  

For additional information, refer to 

Brake System Bleeding - VIN Range: G45704->H99999 

(70.25.03) 

 

 

 

 

10 . Install both front wheels and tires.  

For additional information, refer to 

Wheel and Tire (74.20.05) 

 

 

 

 

 
 

Brake Caliper (70.55.02) – Armoured 

Special Service Tools  

 

 
Brake pedal hold-down tool  
JDS 9013  

Removal  

 CAUTION: The brake caliper is aligned / centralized to the brake disc when the vehicle is built. The vehicle may 

have shims fitted between the brake caliper anchor plate and the wheel knuckle. Care must be taken not to disturb this 
alignment. When removing caliper; remove only the bolts that secure the brake caliper to the brake caliper anchor plate. 
DO NOT loosen any other caliper bolts. This alignment / centralization MUST be checked / set when the wheel knuckle is 
replaced. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.  

 

 

1 . Remove the brake pads.  

For additional information, refer to 

Brake Pads (70.40.02) 

 

 

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 CAUTION: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with the eyes. Wash 

hands thoroughly after handling, as prolonged contact may cause irritation and dermatitis. If brake fluid contacts 
the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and seek medical attention. If taken internally do not 
induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal 
injury.  

 

 CAUTION: If brake fluid comes into contact with the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately 

washed down with cold water.  

 

 CAUTION: Do not allow the brake caliper to hang on the hydraulic hose, as this will damage the hose. 

Failure to follow this instruction will result in damage to the hose.  

 
NOTE:  

  

To prevent the loss of brake fluid, apply the brake pedal hold-down tool and adjust to hold the brake pedal down 40 
mm (1.6 in).  

 
NOTE:  

  

Cap the brake hose to prevent loss of fluid and prevent dirt ingress. 

 
Detach the brake hose.  

  

 

Remove and discard the sealing washers. 

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 CAUTION: The brake caliper is aligned to the brake disc when it is first installed to the vehicle, therefore, 

care must be taken not to disturb this alignment. When removing the caliper; remove the bolts that secure the 
brake caliper to the brake caliper anchor plate only. DO NOT loosen any other caliper bolts. Failure to follow this 
instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.  

 

 CAUTION: Brake fluid contains polyglycol ethers and polyglycols. Avoid contact with the eyes. Wash 

hands thoroughly after handling, as prolonged contact may cause irritation and dermatitis. If brake fluid contacts 
the eyes, flush the eyes with cold water or eyewash solution and seek medical attention. If taken internally do not 
induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal 
injury.  

 

 CAUTION: If brake fluid comes into contact with the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately 

washed down with cold water.  

 
NOTE:  

  

To prevent the loss of brake fluid, apply the brake pedal hold-down tool and adjust to hold the brake pedal down 40 
mm (1.6 in).  

 
NOTE:  

  

Cap the brake hose to prevent loss of fluid and prevent dirt ingress. 

 
Remove the brake caliper.  

 

 
 
 

 

Installation  

 

1 . Install the brake caliper.  

  

 

Tighten to 101 Nm. 

 

 

 

2 . Attach the brake hose.  

  

 

Install new sealing washers.

  

 

Tighten to 35 Nm. 

 

 

 

 

3 . Remove the brake pedal hold-down tool. 

 

 

4 . Install the brake pads.  

For additional information, refer to 

Brake Pads (70.40.02) 

 

 

5 . Bleed the brake system.  

For additional information, refer to  

 

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