Installation Procedure
- Thoroughly clean the brake pad hardware mating surfaces of the caliper bracket of any debris and corrosion.
Rear Disc Brake Pad Retainer Spring (1) - Install [2x]
Rear Disc Brake Inner Pad (1) - Install
Rear Disc Brake Outer Pad (1) - Install
Rear Brake Caliper (1) - Install
- NOTE:
Do NOT use air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.
CAUTION:Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt- Upper (1) - Install and tighten - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)
Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt- Lower (1) - Install and tighten - Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH6) , or Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement (JH9)
- Install the rear 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)
- Remove the support and 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 steps 9-10 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. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing