Installation Procedure
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- Clean and visually inspect threads of the caliper bracket bolts (2) and mounting holes in the knuckle.
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.
- 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 180 N.m (133 lb ft).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices. - Install the front brake pads.
- Install the caliper. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement .