Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Cadillac ATS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Prepare the brake caliper bolts and steering knuckle 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 caliper bolts. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers
- Ensure there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
- Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
- Install Brake Caliper (1)
- Install Brake Caliper Bolt (1) 125 N.m (92 lb ft)
- Install Brake Hose Fitting Gasket (1) @Brake Hose Fitting (2)
- Install Brake Hose Fitting Bolt (1) 40 N.m (30 lb ft)
- Install Rear Disc Brake Pads.Rear Disc Brake Pads Replacement (J6G)
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual)Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure)
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
NOTE:
Install NEW brake hose fitting gaskets.