Assembly Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Brake Caliper Bleeder Valve

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Install the valve stem seal (2) over the threaded end of the bleeder valve (1).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the brake caliper bleeder valve (1).
Tighten: Tighten the bleeder valve to 14 N.m (124 lb in).
Install the brake caliper bleeder valve cap.

Fig 2: View of Piston Seals - Front

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Lubricate the new piston seals (1) with Delco Supreme 11®, GM P/N 12377967 (Canadian P/N 992667) or equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
Install lubricated piston seals into the brake caliper bore seal grooves.
Make sure the seals are not twisted.

Fig 3: View Of Piston & Dust Boot

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Install the piston dust boot (2) over the end of the piston (3) so that the fold will face toward the brake caliper housing piston bore opening.
Seat the caliper dust boot into the brake caliper bore groove (1) and slide the piston into the brake caliper bore.

Fig 4: Pushing Piston To Bottom Of Brake Caliper Bore

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Using your fingers, carefully push the piston to the bottom of the brake caliper bore.
Ensure the caliper dust boot is properly seated into the piston groove and into the groove in the brake caliper bore.
Repeat steps 5 - 10 for the remaining piston.
Install the brake caliper to the vehicle. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement (RWD) or Front Brake Caliper Replacement (AWD) .