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Installation Procedure

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  1. Inspect the brake caliper piston boots for damage or deterioration. Replace the brake caliper piston boots if damaged or deteriorated.
  2. Using a suitable spreader tool, carefully push back all 4 front brake caliper pistons until fully seated into brake caliper bores.
  3. Clean the brake pad contact surfaces of the brake caliper from any debris or corrosion.
  4. GM4719817

    Front Disc Brake Pad(1) - Install[2x]

  5. GM4719810

    Install the brake pad pins (1) together with the brake pad spring (2). Drive the brake pad pins (1) into the brake caliper using a drift until fully seated.

    First install one brake pad pin until fully seated. Thereafter insert the spring behind the pin and firmly press and hold brake pad spring into position. Now install second brake pad pin and check spring for correct seat.

  6. Install the front tire and wheel assemblies. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  7. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  8. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  9. Repeat steps (7 - 8) until a firm brake pedal is obtained.

    This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.

  10. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the maximum-full level with GM approved brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
  11. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing 
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