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Installation Procedure

  1. Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
    • Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the bolts. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  2. GM4829351Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Brake Caliper Bracket (1) - Install

  3. GM4829349Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] 300 N.m (221 lb ft)

  4. GM4870372Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Disc Brake Pad Retaining Spring (1) - Install [2x]

  5. GM4870357Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Disc Brake Pad (1) - Install [2x]

  6. GM4870351Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Brake Caliper (1) - Install

  7. GM4870355Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.

    Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x] - Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Replacement (JH6) , or Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Replacement (JH9) 

  8. Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the caliper guide pin.
  9. Gently lift the edge of the guide pin seal while pushing the guide pin into the caliper bracket bore to expel any trapped air.
  10. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Without Dual Rear Wheels) , or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (With Dual Rear Wheels)
  11. Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
  12. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  13. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  14. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 12 - 13 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.