Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement

Fig 1: View Of Rear Brake Caliper Bracket

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to Brake Dust Caution . NOTE: Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanic wire or equivalent, whenever it is separated from its mount and the hydraulic flexible brake hose is still connected. Failure to support the caliper in this manner will cause the flexible brake hose to bear the weight of the caliper, which may cause damage to the brake hose and in turn may cause a brake fluid leak. Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
2	Rear Brake Caliper Tip: Do not disconnect the brake caliper hose. Support the brake caliper with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent.
3	Disc Brake Pad Tip: Install the brake pads in their original positions. The brake pad with the wear sensor is mounted facing the inboard surface of the disc brake rotor.
4	Disc Brake Pad Shims (Qty: 2) Tip: If installing new brake pads, discard the disc brake pad shims. Install NEW shims.
5	Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 105 N.m (77 lb ft)
6	Brake Caliper Bracket