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Installation Procedure

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  1. If reusing the brake caliper pin bolts, wipe away any debris and old lubricant with a with a clean shop cloth.
  2. Apply lubricant, GM P/N 18047666, or equivalent, to the brake caliper pin bolts. Apply a thin layer to the pin bushing (2) and to the caliper pin bolt shank (3, 4). Ensure that there is not a buildup of excess lubricant at the end of the leading caliper pin (1), in front of the bushing.
    3. Fig 1: Front Caliper Pin & Bushing
    GM814214Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the caliper (2) over the rotor and onto the caliper bracket (3).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Caliper, Brqacket And Caliper Pins
    GM793823Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
    IMPORTANT: The leading caliper pin, or top bolt, has a bushing as part of the assembly. The trailing caliper pin, or bottom bolt, is a solid design.
  4. Install the caliper pin bolts (1). The leading caliper pin bolt, or top bolt, has a bushing as part of the assembly. The trailing caliper pin bolt, or bottom bolt, is a solid design. Ensure that the bolt boots fit securely in the groove of the caliper pin bolts. If the boots are damaged, they must be replaced.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

    5. IMPORTANT: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.
  5. Assemble the brake hose bolt (1) and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3) to the brake hose (2).
    6. Fig 3: Identifying Brake Hose & Components
    GM176035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the brake hose-to-caliper bolt to the brake caliper.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).

  7. Remove the 2 wheel lug nuts retaining the rotor to the hub.
  8. Install the front tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
  11. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in Hydraulic Brakes.
  12. Inspect the hydraulic brake system for brake fluid leaks.
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