Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.
- Install an open end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin in line with the brake caliper while removing or installing the caliper guide pin bolt. DO NOT allow the open end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper. Allowing the open end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper will cause a pulsation when the brakes are applied.
- Install the brake caliper.
- Install the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1).
Hold the brake caliper guide pins stationary when installing the guide pin bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).
- Install new brake hose fitting gaskets (3) to the brake hose fitting.
- Install the brake hose fitting (2) to the brake caliper.
- Install the brake hose fitting bolt (1).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 52 N.m (38 lb ft).
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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NOTE:
Install new brake hose fitting gaskets.