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Inspection Procedure

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    Fig 1: Brake Pad Components
    GM817338Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: DO NOT use abrasives in order to clean brake components.
  1. Clean the following components in denatured alcohol or an equivalent brake parts cleaner:
    • The clip (8)
    • The springs (7,9)
    • The pad guide pins (5,6)
    • The insulators (1,4)
  2. Inspect the components for the following conditions:
    • Sufficient rebound
    • No deformation
    • No cracks
    • No wear
    • No rust
    • No dirt

      If the components meet the above conditions, re-use the components.

    3. Fig 2: Brake Caliper Components
    GM817335Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Clean the following components in denatured alcohol or an equivalent brake parts cleaner.
    • The bolts (1,8)
    • The slide pins (2,9)
    • The slide pin boots (3,6,9)
    • The caliper housing (10)
  4. Use unlubricated, compressed air in order to dry the components
  5. Inspect the slide pin bores of the caliper for corrosion and wear. Replace the caliper if the slide pin bores are damaged. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear .
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