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Installation Procedure

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  1. Inspect the brake caliper guide pins and seals for damage and/or corrosion. Refer to Front Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection .
  2. Fig 1: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Seals
    GM3266953Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install the brake caliper guide pin seals (1).
  4. Fig 2: Brake Caliper Guide Pins
    GM3266950Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Apply a thin coat of high temperature silicone brake lubricant the brake caliper guide pins.
  6. Install the brake caliper guide pins (1) to the brake caliper bracket and guide pin seals.
  7. Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper guide pin.
  8. Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper bracket.
  9. Fig 3: Upper Guide Pin Seal And Guide Pin Seal
    GM3980461Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Excess brake lubricant and trapped air must be expelled from the brake caliper guide pin bore to allow full caliper movement and prevent premature brake pad wear.

  10. Gently pull the edge of the upper guide pin seal (1) away from the brake caliper guide pin (2) while simultaneously pushing the brake caliper guide pin into the brake caliper bracket to expel any trapped air and excess brake lubricant.
  11. Repeat step 7 for the lower guide pin seal and brake caliper guide pin.
  12. With a clean shop towel, clean any excess brake lubricant from the guide pin seal and brake caliper guide pin.
  13. Install the brake caliper to the caliper bracket.
  14. Fig 4: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolts
    GM3266940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  15. Using a backup wrench on the brake caliper guide pins, install the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1) and tighten to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
  16. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (6-Lug Wheel) .