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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: View Of Disc Brake Rotor
    GM2216197Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the brake rotor (1).

    If installing the original brake rotor, align the rotor to the wheel hub as noted during removal.

    5. Fig 2: Identifying Brake Rotor Bolt
    GM2216195Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
  6. After installing the brake rotor, measure the assembled lateral runout (LRO) of the brake rotor. Refer to Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout Measurement .
  7. If the brake rotor assembled LRO measurement exceeds specification, bring the LRO to within specification. Refer to Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout Correction .
  8. Prepare the brake caliper bracket bolts and the bracket threaded holes for assembly:
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the bolt threads with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Thoroughly clean the residue from the threaded holes with denatured alcohol or equivalent and allow to dry.
    • Apply threadlocker to 2/3 of the threaded length of the caliper bracket bolts. Refer to Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers .
    • Ensure there are no gaps in the threadlocker along the length of the filled area of the bolts.
    • Allow the threadlocker to cure approximately 10 minutes before installation.
    9. Fig 3: Identifying Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
    GM2216194Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Position the brake caliper and bracket assembly to the vehicle.
  10. Install the brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  11. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
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