Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- If reusing the brake caliper pin bolts and retainers, clean the brake caliper pin bolts and retainers using denatured alcohol, or equivalent.
- Dry the brake caliper pin bolts and retainers, using non-lubricated, filtered air.
- Install the brake caliper over the brake pads and into the brake caliper bracket.
- Apply a thin coat of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper pin bolts: do NOT apply lubricant to the brake pad hardware.
- Install the brake caliper pin bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the brake caliper pin bolts to 113 N.m (83 lb ft).
- Assemble the brake hose bolt and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets to the brake hose.
- Install the brake hose to caliper bolt to the brake caliper.
Tighten: Tighten the brake hose to caliper bolt to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 9-10 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice.
IMPORTANT:
Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets.