Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Manual - part 137

Fig. 35: Installing Disc Plate & Screws 
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2. Return the adjuster 13-25 notches in the direction of the arrow. 

3. Rotate the disc plate and make sure it does not drag. 

Fig. 36: Adjusting Adjuster 
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CALIPER INSTALLATION NOTE 

1. Push the piston fully inward using the SST.  

2. Install the caliper. 

NOTE:



Shoe clearance can be adjusted to 0.15 mm {0.006 in} by 
returning the adjuster 15 notches.  

 

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Fig. 37: Pushing Piston With SST 
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DISC PAD (REAR) REPLACEMENT 

1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.  

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.  

3. After installation, depress the brake pedal a few times, rotate the wheel by hand, and verify that the brake 

does not drag. 

Fig. 38: Identifying Disc Pad (Rear) & Torque Specifications 
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CALIPER (REAR) DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY

1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table. 

Fig. 39: Identifying Caliper Sequence (Rear) & Torque Specifications 
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2. Assemble in the reverse order of removal.  

PISTON DISASSEMBLY NOTE 

1. Place a piece of wood in the caliper, then blow compressed air through the hole to force the piston out of 

the caliper. 

WARNING:



When compressed air is blown into the caliper body, injury to a 
finger or other part from pinching could result from the piston 
springing up. When blowing in compressed air, do not place your 
fingers between the piston and caliper body when performing the 
work.  

CAUTION:



The piston could be damaged if blown out with great force. Blow the 
compressed air slowly to prevent the piston from suddenly popping 
out.  

 

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Fig. 40: Compressing Air Piston Of Caliper 
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