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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE:

    Whenever the brake rotor has been separated from the hub/axle flange, any rust or contaminants should be cleaned from the hub/axle flange and the brake rotor mating surfaces. Failure to do this may result in excessive assembled lateral runout (LRO) of the brake rotor, which could lead to brake pulsation.

  1. Using the CH-42450-A  Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
  2. Using the CH-41013  Rotor Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface and mounting surface of the brake rotor.
  3. GM3684565Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the brake rotor (1).

  4. GM3684564Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  5. Prepare the brake caliper bolts and caliper threaded holes for assembly:
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
  6. Position the brake caliper assembly to the steering knuckle.
  7. GM3684562Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the brake caliper bolts (1) and tighten to 80 N.m (59 lb ft) + 30-45 degrees.

  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. If the brake rotor was refinished or replaced, or if new brake pads were installed, burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .