Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Buick Verano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure the brake pad hardware mating surfaces are clean.
- Install the brake pad retainer springs (1) to the brake caliper bracket.
Apply a thin coat of high temperature silicone lube to the brake pad retainers.
- Install the brake pads (1) to the caliper bracket.
- Remove the support, and rotate the brake caliper into position over the disc brake pads and to the caliper mounting bracket.
- Install the lower brake caliper guide pin bolt and tighten to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance again until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the master cylinder auxiliary reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling .
- Burnish the brake pads and the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .
NOTE:
The wear sensor equipped disc brake pad must be mounted inboard of the rotor with the leading edge of the sensor facing the brake rotor during forward wheel rotation, or at the top of the pad when installed in vehicle position.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .