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Front Brake Caliper: Reassembly

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Lubricate the NEW piston seal with Delco Supreme 11, GM P/N (12377967) or equivalent, DOT-3 brake fluid from a clean, sealed brake fluid container.
  2. Install the lubricated, NEW piston seal into the caliper bore.
  3. Install the caliper piston into the caliper bore. Press the piston to the bottom of the bore.
  4. Install the NEW piston dust boot seal over the piston.
  5. Use caliper piston seal installer to fully seat the caliper piston seal into the counterbore.
  6. Install the bleeder valve and cap to the caliper and tighten the valve securely.
  7. Install the front brake caliper to the vehicle. See FRONT BRAKE CALIPER  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
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