Brake Caliper Bracket: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Sunfire and 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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To ensure that the proper clamp load will be present when installed. It is imperative that the threads on the caliper bracket bolts, as well as the mounting holes in the knuckle, be cleaned of all debris and inspected before proceeding with installation.
Clean and visually inspect threads of the caliper bracket bolts and mounting holes in the knuckle. Apply Threadlocker, GM P/N 12345493 or equivalent, to the threads of the brake caliper bracket bolts. Install the caliper bracket with the bracket bolts. Tighten the caliper bracket bolts to 62 INCH lbs (85 N.m). Install the front brake pads. Install the caliper.