Purpose/Function
Large diameter, ventilated disc type front brakes with a 297 mm {11.7 in} diameter and 28 mm {1.1 in} thickness have been adopted, improving braking force and fade resistance.
Construction

Operation
When brake fluid is applied, the piston equipped on one side of the caliper is pushed out and the brake pad is pushed against the disc plate. At the same time, the caliper body moves in the direction opposite of the direction in which the piston is pushed out so as to push the brake pad on the other side and generate brake force.
Caliper (Rear) Disassembly/Assembly
Front Brake (Disc) InspectionRear Wiper Motor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Open the liftgate.
3. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear wiper arm and blade.
b. Liftgate upper trim.
c. Liftgate side trim.
d. Liftgate recess.
e. Liftgate lower trim.
4. Remove the rear wiper motor connector.
Rear Wiper Motor Ope ...
Drive Plate Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
1. Remove the transaxle..
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Drive plate installation bolts
(See Drive Plate Installation Bolts Removal Note.)
(See Drive Plate Installation Bolts Installation Note.)
2
Backing plate
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Thermostat
Purpose, Function
When the engine coolant temperature is low, the thermostat blocks the engine
coolant passage between the radiator and engine. As a result, because engine
coolant cycles without passing through the radiator, warming is promoted.
Construction
The thermostat ...