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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Caliper Bolt Components
    GM344209Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Ensure that the caliper bolt bushings (4) and the caliper bolt boots (3) are properly installed.
    2. Fig 2: View Of Brake Caliper Bracket
    GM180238Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the brake caliper (1) to the brake caliper bracket (2).
    3. Fig 3: View Of Caliper, Pin, Boots & Caliper Mounting Bracket
    GM344219Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. lubricate the brake caliper bolt shaft. Do not lubricate the threads.
  4. lubricate the brake caliper bolt boots (4) in the brake caliper bracket (3).
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  5. Install the brake caliper bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the brake caliper bolts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

  6. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to install the brake caliper bracket boot over the shoulder of the brake caliper bolt.
  7. Remove the plugs in the brake hose end.
    8. Fig 4: Identifying Brake Hose & Components
    GM176035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Install NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3).
  8. Assemble the brake hose bolt (1) and the NEW copper brake hose gaskets (3) to the brake hose (2).
  9. Install the brake hose bolt to the brake caliper. Refer to Brake Hose Replacement - Rear (Disc Brake) or Brake Hose Replacement - Rear (Drum Brake) in Hydraulic Brakes.
  10. Remove the nuts securing the rotor to the hub.
  11. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Fill the master cylinder to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
  14. Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) or Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) in Hydraulic Brakes.
  15. Apply approximately 778 N.m (175 lb ft) of force to the brake pedal for ten seconds.
  16. Inspect the brake caliper and hydraulic brake system for brake fluid leaks.
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