Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install new anti-rattle clips to the inside ends of the caliper mounting bracket.
- Install the brake pads to the caliper mounting bracket.
- Install the brake caliper to the brake caliper bracket.
- Perform the following procedure before installing the caliper guide pin bolts.
- Remove all traces of the original adhesive patch.
- Clean the threads of the bolt with brake parts cleaner or the equivalent and allow to dry.
- Apply Threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) to the threads of the bolt.
- Install the brake caliper guide pin bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolts to 108 N.m (80 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 9-10 until a firm pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the master cylinder reservoir to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Burnishing Pads and Rotors .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.