Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the caliper (3) over the rotor (4) and the caliper bracket (1). Ensure that the bushings are in place.
- Lubricate the caliper bolts (1 and 3). Use silicone grease. Do not lubricate the threads.
- Lubricate the 2 bolt boots (13 and 4) in the caliper bracket (12). Use silicone grease.
- Install the caliper bolts (1 and 3). Ensure that the bolt boots fit securely in the groove of the caliper bolts. Be sure not to pinch or tear the boots. If the boots are damaged, they must be replaced.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 44 N.m (32 lb ft).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . - Assemble the brake hose bolt (1) and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3) to the brake hose (2).
IMPORTANT: Install NEW copper gaskets.
- Install the brake hose-to-caliper bolt to the brake caliper.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 54 N.m (40 lb ft).
- Remove the 2 wheel lug nuts retaining the rotor to the hub.
- Install the rear tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Fill the master cylinder to the proper level with clean brake fluid. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Inspect the hydraulic brake system for brake fluid leaks.