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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Caliper Mounting Bolt, Bracket, Boot & Slid Pins
    GM695066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the caliper pin boots (4) to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
  2. Lubricate the caliper pins (5) with high temperature silicone lubricant.
  3. Install the caliper pins to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
  4. Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads, Brake Pad Retainers, & Caliper Bracket
    GM727742Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the brake pad retainers (1) to the caliper bracket.
  6. Install the brake pads (2) to the caliper bracket.
  7. Install the disc brake caliper to the mounting bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  8. Install the disc brake caliper bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the disc brake caliper bolts to 31 N.m (23 lb ft).

    Apply and release the brake pedal 3/4 stroke as many times as necessary in order to obtain a firm brake pedal.