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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Upper And Lower Guide Pins
    GM1874571Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the guide pin seals (2) to the caliper bracket.
  2. Apply a light coat of high temperature silicone brake lubricant to the brake caliper guide pins.
  3. Install the upper and lower guide pins (1).

    Ensure the lip of the seals are fully seated in the groove of the brake caliper guide pins.

  4. Fig 2: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolts
    GM1874569Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE:
    • DO NOT use any air tools to remove or install the guide pin bolts. Use hand tools ONLY.
    • Install an open end wrench to hold the caliper guide pin in line with the brake caliper while removing or installing the caliper guide pin bolt. DO NOT allow the open end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper. Allowing the open end wrench to come in contact with the brake caliper will cause a pulsation when the brakes are applied.
  5. Position the brake caliper to the bracket.
  6. Install the brake caliper guide pin bolts (1).

    Hold the brake caliper guide pins stationary when installing the guide pin bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 27 N.m (20 lb ft).

  7. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  8. Lower the vehicle.