Rear Brake Caliper Hardware Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 GMC Acadia, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2013 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Rear Disc Brake Hardware

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to Brake Dust Warning . CAUTION: Refer to Brake Caliper Caution . Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the brake caliper guide pin bolts. Use hand tools only. Install an open end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin in line with the brake caliper while removing or installing the caliper guide pin bolts. DO NOT allow the open end wrench to contact the brake caliper. Allowing the open end wrench to contact the brake caliper will cause a pulsation when the brakes are applied. When installing the brake caliper guide pin bolts, tighten the guide pin bolt closest to the bleed valve first. Tighten 27 N.m (20 lb ft)
2	Brake Caliper Procedure Without disconnecting the brake caliper hose, support the brake caliper with heavy mechanics wire or equivalent.
3	Brake Caliper Guide Pin (Qty: 2) Procedure Apply a thin coating of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pins and the guide pin bores of the brake caliper bracket.
4	Brake Caliper Guide Pin Seal (Qty: 2) Procedure Apply a thin coating of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pin seals. Ensure the brake caliper guide pin seal is fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper guide pin and the guide pin slides freely in the brake caliper bracket bore.