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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Upper & Lower Brake Caliper Guide Pins
    GM2216188Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Apply a light coat of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pins.
  2. Assemble the brake caliper guide pin seals to the brake caliper guide pins.
  3. Ensure the lip of the seal is fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper guide pin.
    4. NOTE: The upper brake caliper guide pin is equipped with a bushing and is not interchangeable with the lower brake caliper guide pin.
  4. Install the upper brake caliper guide pin (1) and seal assembly to the brake caliper bracket.
  5. Ensure the lip of the seal is fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper bracket.
  6. Install the lower brake caliper guide pin (2) and seal assembly to the brake caliper bracket.
  7. Ensure the lip of the seal is fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper bracket.
    8. Fig 2: Identifying Brake Pad Springs
    GM2216186Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the brake pad springs (1).
    9. Fig 3: Identifying Inner & Outer Disc Brake Pads
    GM2216183Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the inner brake pad (1).
  10. Install the outer brake pad (2).
    11. Fig 4: Identifying Caliper Guide Pins
    GM2216182Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Position the brake caliper to the bracket.
    12. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  12. Using a backup wrench to hold the brake caliper guide pins stationary, install and tighten the guide pin bolts (1) to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  13. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
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