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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Disc Brake Pad Spring
    GM4254010Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. The disc brake pad clip with the tab (1) must be installed in the leading edge of the brake caliper bracket.
    2. Fig 2: Leading And Trailing Disc Brake Pad Clip
    GM4261514Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install Leading Disc Brake Pad Clip (1)
  3. Install Trailing Disc Brake Pad Clip (2)
    4. Fig 3: Inner And Other Disc Brake Pad Shim
    GM4261515Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    The inner disc brake pad shim is perforated.

  4. Install Inner Disc Brake Pad Shim (1)
  5. Apply 2 g (0.07 oz) lubricant paste between the disc brake pad shims. Adhesives, Fluids, Lubricants, and Sealers 
  6. Install Outer Disc Brake Pad Shim (2)
    7. Fig 4: Inner Disc Brake Pad
    GM4261513Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  7. Install Inner Disc Brake Pad (1)
    8. Fig 5: Outer Disc Brake Pad
    GM4261512Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Outer Disc Brake Pad (1)
    9. Fig 6: Disc Brake Pad Spring
    GM4261511Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  9. Install Disc Brake Pad Spring (1)
  10. Position the brake caliper to the caliper bracket.
    11. Fig 7: Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt
    GM4261509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Fastener Caution

  11. Install Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt (1) and tighten 72 N.m (53 lb ft)
  12. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
  13. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal to approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  14. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  15. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 12-13 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.
  16. Fill the brake master cylinder reservoir to the maximum-full level with GM approved brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container. Master Cylinder Reservoir Filling
  17. Burnish the brake pads and rotors. Brake Pad and Rotor Burnishing 
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