Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean and visually inspect threads of the caliper bracket bolts (2) and mounting holes in the knuckle.
- Install the bolt boots into the caliper bracket (1).
- Apply Threadlocker GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or equivalent to the threads of the brake caliper bracket bolts (2).
- Install the caliper bracket (1) with the bracket bolts (2).
Tighten: Tighten the caliper bracket bolts to 115 N.m (85 lb ft).
- Install the rear brake caliper. Refer to Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear .
IMPORTANT:
To ensure that the proper clamp load will be present when installed, it is imperative that the threads on the caliper bracket bolts, as well as the mounting holes in the knuckle, be cleaned of all debris and inspected before proceeding with installation.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.