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Reassembly (Front Caliper)

  1. Lubricate the new piston seal with Delco Supreme 11® (GM P/N 12377967) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
  2. Install the lubricated, new piston seal into the caliper bore.
  3. Install the caliper piston into the caliper bore. Press the piston to the bottom of the bore.
  4. Install the new piston dust boot seal over the piston.
  5. Use Special Tool (J-36349) to fully seat the caliper piston seal into the counterbore. See Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Using Special Tool (J-36349) To Press In Front Caliper Boot
    G00208962Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the bleeder valve and cap to the caliper and tighten the valve securely.
  7. Install the front brake caliper to the vehicle. See BRAKE CALIPERS  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
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