Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the following brake components for damage and corrosion:
- Brake caliper guide pin bolts
- Brake caliper guide pins
- Brake caliper guide pin bushing
- Brake caliper bracket boots
- Brake caliper bracket
- Do not attempt to clean away any corrosion. If damaged or corroded replace the necessary components. Refer to Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Rear , and Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - Rear .
- Inspect the brake caliper piston boot for deterioration, replace if damaged. Refer to Brake Caliper Overhaul - Rear .
- Use a piston installation tool in order to twist the brake caliper piston into the brake caliper bore.
- Install the brake pad retainers (2) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
- Install the brake pads (1) to the brake caliper mounting bracket (3).
- Pivot the brake caliper downward, over the brake pads and into the caliper bracket.
- Install the brake caliper guide pin bolt to the brake caliper guide pin.
Tighten: Tighten the brake caliper guide pin bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
- Slowly release the brake pedal.
- Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 15 and 16 until a firm brake pedal apply is obtained; this will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
- Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the proper level. Refer to Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling in Hydraulic Brakes.
- Apply and release the park brake pedal 4 times.
- Burnish the pads and rotors. Refer to Burnishing Pads and Rotors .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.