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Installation Procedure

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  1. Inspect the brake caliper pins and brake pad springs for damage or excessive corrosion and replace, if necessary.
    2. Fig 1: Outer Disc Brake Pad
    GM4004077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Outer Disc Brake Pad - Install
    3. Fig 2: Inner Disc Brake Pad
    GM4004075Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Inner Disc Brake Pad - Install
    4. Fig 3: Disc Brake Pad Spring
    GM4004074Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Disc Brake Pad Spring - Install
    5. Fig 4: Brake Pad Guide Pin
    GM4004071Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Brake Pad Guide Pin - Install
  6. Ensure the brake pad guide pins are fully seated in the brake caliper.
  7. 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
  8. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  9. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  10. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 8-9 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  11. Fill the master cylinder reservoir. Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
  12. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing 
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