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Installation Procedure

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  1. If installing a new brake rotor, clean the friction surfaces of the brake rotor with denatured alcohol or equivalent.
  2. Using the CH-42450-A  Wheel Hub Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the hub/axle flange.
  3. Using the CH-41013  Rotor Resurfacing Kit, thoroughly clean any rust or corrosion from the mating surface of the rotor to the hub/axle flange.
  4. Install the rear brake rotor (1).
    Fig 1: Rear Brake Rotor
    GM2555451Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the brake rotor bolt (1) and tighten to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
    Fig 2: Brake Rotor Bolt
    GM2555448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  6. Install the brake caliper and bracket assembly.
  7. Install new brake caliper bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 100 N.m + 60 degrees (74 lb ft + 60 degrees).
    Fig 3: Brake Caliper Bracket Bolts
    GM2555446Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Do not reuse the brake caliper bracket bolts.
  8. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  9. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Refer to Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing .