LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Chevrolet >> 2021 >> Malibu LT >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Brakes >> Mechanical - Hydraulic >> Disc Brakes >> Repair Instructions >> Front Brake Caliper Guide Pin Replacement >> Installation Procedure

Installation Procedure

  1. Thoroughly clean the brake caliper bracket guide pin bores with denatured alcohol and allow to dry.
  2. GM4217602Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Caliper Lower Guide Pin Bushing (1) - Install

  3. Apply a light coat of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the caliper guide pins.
  4. GM4217601Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Caliper Lower Guide Pin (1) - Install

  5. Ensure the guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the caliper guide pin.
  6. Gently lift the edge of the guide pin seal while pushing the guide pin into the caliper bracket bore to expel any trapped air.
  7. GM4217598Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Caliper Upper Guide Pin (1) - Install

  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. GM4216960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Front Brake Caliper (1) - Install

  11. GM4216959Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1) - Install and tighten 40 N.m (30 lb ft) [2x]

  12. Tire and Wheel Assembly - Install - Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  13. Connect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without KL9) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With KL9)