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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper Guide Pin
    GM156329Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. If the brake caliper guide pin is to be reused, clean the brake caliper guide pin using denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
  2. Dry the brake caliper guide pin using non-lubricated, filtered air.
  3. Apply high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pin. DO NOT apply lubricant to the brake pad hardware.
  4. Fig 2: Identifying Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolts
    GM783128Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the front brake caliper to the mounting bracket.
  6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Install the front brake caliper guide pins bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the front brake caliper guide pin bolts to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).

  8. Fig 3: View Of Banjo Fitting To Caliper
    GM355084Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: DO NOT reuse the metal/copper gaskets. Use only new copper gaskets.
  9. Install the NEW metal/copper gaskets to the front brake caliper bolt.
  10. Install the front brake hose bolt and gaskets.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake hose bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).

  11. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in Hydraulic Brakes.
  12. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  13. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.