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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Checking Brake Pad Adjustment
    GM3326987Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Do not allow the anti-seize lubricant to contact the disc brake pad friction surfaces.

  1. Apply approximately 0.09-0.15 g (0.003-0.005 oz) of anti-seize lubricant to each end of the disc brake pad abutments (1) which contact the brake caliper. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  2. Inspect the brake caliper pins and brake pad springs for damage or excessive corrosion and replace, if necessary.
  3. Fig 2: Outer Disc Brake Pad
    GM4004097Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Outer Disc Brake Pad - Install
  5. Fig 3: Inner Disc Brake Pad
    GM4004096Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Inner Disc Brake Pad - Install
  7. Fig 4: Disc Brake Pad Spring
    GM4004095Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Disc Brake Pad Spring - Install
  9. Fig 5: Brake Pad Guide Pin
    GM4004092Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Brake Pad Guide Pin <p01><p01> - Install
  11. Ensure the brake pad guide pins are fully seated in the brake caliper.
  12. Fig 6: Brake Caliper Guide Pin
    GM4004090Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  13. Brake Caliper Guide Pin - Install
  14. Fig 7: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
    GM4004089Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  15. Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt - Install 33 N.m (24 lb ft)
  16. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Non V-Series)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (V-Series October 4th 2015 and Earlier)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (V-Series October 5th 2015 and Later) - Install
  17. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  18. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  19. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 11-12 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  20. Fill the master cylinder reservoir. Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
  21. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing