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Installation Procedure

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  1. If installing a new brake rotor, clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol.
  2. Using the CH-42450-A:  Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
  3. Using the CH-41013:  Rotor Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the rotor to the hub/axle flange.
    4. Fig 1: Brake Rotor
    GM2332713Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the brake rotor (1).
    5. Fig 2: Brake Rotor Bolt
    GM2332712Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
    6. Fig 3: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
    GM2332711Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Position the brake caliper and bracket assembly to the steering knuckle.
  7. Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 150 N.m (111 lb ft) +45 degrees + 15 degrees.
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .
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