Installation Procedure
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Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) - Install NEW [4x]
Front Disc Brake Inner Pad (1) - Install
Front Disc Brake Outer Pad (1) - Install
Front Brake Caliper Bracket (2) - Install - Front Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (JL9)
- Place a block of wood or old brake pad into the caliper body in installed position in front of the caliper piston.
- Place a large C-clamp over the brake caliper body and against the block of wood or brake pad.
- Using the C-clamp, carefully compress the brake caliper piston fully into the brake caliper bore.
- Remove the block of wood or old brake pad from the caliper.
Front Brake Caliper (1) - Install
Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1) - Install [2x] - Front Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9)
{If equipped} Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor (2) - Install - Front Disc Brake Pad Wear Sensor Replacement (J57, J6H)
- Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (without J57)
- Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 10 - 11 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the maximum-full level with GM approved brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
- Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing
NOTE:
Compressing the phenolic piston in the center is important to prevent piston damage.