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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolts
    GM2375919Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the brake caliper over the brake pads and to the caliper bracket.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Using a backup wrench to hold the brake caliper guide pin stationary, install the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 lb ft).
    3. Fig 2: Brake Hose Fitting And Bolt
    GM2375918Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Install new brake hose fitting gaskets.
  3. Assemble the brake hose fitting bolt (1) and the 2 new brake hose fitting gaskets (2) to the brake hose fitting (3).
  4. Install the brake hose assembly and tighten the brake hose fitting bolt to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
  5. Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
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