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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Caliper Bracket Bushings
    GM788344Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the guide pin bushing in the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    2. Fig 2: Identifying Brake Caliper Guide Pins
    GM788831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the brake caliper guide pins.
    3. Fig 3: View Of Brake Caliper Guide Pin
    GM156329Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Apply high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pins. DO NOT apply to the brake caliper hardware or the retaining clips.
    4. Fig 4: View Of Caliper Mounting Bracket & Rotor
    GM748570Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the brake caliper mounting bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the disc brake caliper mounting bracket bolts to 200 N.m (148 lb ft).

    6. Fig 5: View Of Caliper Bracket
    GM748563Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the brake pad retaining clips on the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    7. Fig 6: Caliper Mounting View
    GM748557Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the brake pads to the brake caliper mounting bracket.
    8. Fig 7: View Of Caliper
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  8. Install the brake pad retaining clip to the brake caliper.
    9. Fig 8: View Of Caliper To Caliper Mounting Bracket
    GM748566Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the brake caliper assembly. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear .
  10. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  11. Lower the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    12. CAUTION: Do not move the vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained. Failure to obtain a firm pedal before moving vehicle may result in personal injury.
  12. Pump the brake pedal slowly and firmly in order to seat the brake pads.
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