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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 or equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the bolts. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  2. GM4216982Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Brake Caliper Bracket (1) - Install

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    Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (1) - Install and tighten [2x]

    • First Pass: 150 N.m (111 lb ft)
    • Final Pass: 15 - 30 degrees 
  4. GM4216976Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Caliper Guide Pin Seal (1) - Install [2x]

  5. Apply a thin coat of high-temperature silicone brake lubricant to the caliper guide pins.
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    NOTE:

    The lower caliper guide pin is equipped with a bushing and must be installed in the same location.

    Caliper Lower Guide Pin (1) - Install

  7. Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the caliper guide pin.
  8. Gently lift the edge of the guide pin seal while pushing the guide pin into the caliper bracket bore to expel any trapped air.
  9. GM4216973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Caliper Upper Guide Pin (1) - Install

  10. Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the caliper guide pin.
  11. Gently lift the edge of the guide pin seal while pushing the guide pin into the caliper bracket bore to expel any trapped air.
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  13. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation