Front Brake Pads: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
When installing brake pads, the pad with the wear indicator must be installed in the inboard position against the piston in the brake caliper. When properly installed, the wear indicator will point upward with the caliper installed on the car. If the pad with the wear indicator is installed in the outboard position in the caliper, interference between the spare wheel and the brake caliper may occur if the spare is installed, and premature front brake lining wear may result.
- Bottom the piston into the caliper bore. Use an old brake pad or wooden block across the face of the piston. Do not damage the piston or the caliper boot.
- Install the retainer slides to the caliper bracket. Install the pads to the caliper bracket.
- Remove the 2 hand tighten wheel lug nuts that retained the rotor to the hub. Install the caliper. See FRONT BRAKE CALIPER .
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Lower the vehicle.
- 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 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. See MASTER CYLINDER RESERVOIR FILLING under BLEEDING, FILLING & FLUSHING BRAKE SYSTEM.
- Burnish the pads and rotors. See Burnishing Pads And Rotors .