Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2004 GMC Envoy XUV, 2004 GMC Envoy XL, 2004 GMC Envoy, and 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If the brake caliper guide pin is to be reused, clean the brake caliper guide pin using denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
- Dry the brake caliper guide pin using non-lubricated, filtered air.
- Apply high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pin. DO NOT apply lubricant to the brake pad hardware.
- Install the front brake caliper to the mounting bracket.
- Install the front brake caliper guide pins bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the front brake caliper guide pin bolts to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
- Install the NEW metal/copper gaskets to the front brake caliper bolt.
- Install the front brake hose bolt and gaskets.
Tighten: Tighten the brake hose bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT reuse the metal/copper gaskets. Use only new copper gaskets.