Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Bottom the piston into the caliper bore.
Use a C-clamp before installing new brake pads in order to compress the piston. Use an old brake pad or wooden block across the face of the piston to avoid damage to the piston or the caliper boot.
Install the 2 retainers (1) to the caliper bracket.
IMPORTANT: The wear sensor is on the outside pad. The sensor is positioned at the trailing or downward edge of the pad during forward wheel rotation.
Install the pads (2) to the caliper bracket.

Fig 1: Brake Pads & Pad Clips - Rear

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NOTE: Use care to avoid damaging pin boot when rotating caliper.

Swing the caliper (3) upward in position around the pads.
Lubricate the bolt and the bolt boot. Use silicone grease.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the upper caliper bolt (2).
Tighten: Tighten the caliper bolt to 44 N.m (32 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Upper Caliper Bolt - Rear

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Remove the wheel lug nut retaining the rotor to the hub.
Install the rear tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels. Align the previous marks on the wheel, hub and bearing.
Lower the vehicle.
With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
Slowly release the brake pedal.
Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 10 and 11 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Burnishing Pads and Rotors .