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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 GL7 (Export) 🢒 Brakes 🢒 Disc Brakes 🢒 Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 176946 Size: SH
  1. Remove the brake caliper (3). Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement .
  2. Remove the brake pads from the brake caliper bracket.
  3. Remove the brake pad retainers from the brake caliper bracket (1).

    4. Object Number: 344209 Size: SH
  4. Remove the brake caliper bracket bolts (2).
  5. Remove the brake caliper bracket (1).
  6. Remove the brake caliper bolt boots (3) from the brake caliper bracket (1).
  7. Remove the brake caliper bolt bushings (4) from the brake caliper bracket (1).
  8. Inspect and replace the brake caliper bracket if cracks or deformation damage exists.
  9. Use a wire brush in order to clean away any rust and debris from the brake caliper bracket where the brake pads contact the brake caliper bracket.
  10. Use a wire brush in order to clean away any rust and debris from the brake pads where the brake pads contact the brake caliper bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 344209 Size: SH
  1. Install the brake caliper bracket (1).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the caliper bracket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the brake caliper bracket bolts to 125 N·m (92 lb ft).

  3. Install the brake pad retainers to the brake caliper bracket.
  4. Apply a thin coat of silicone grease (GM P/N 18010909 or equivalent) to the brake pad retainers where the brake pads contact the brake pad retainers.
  5. Lubricate the brake caliper bolt bushings (4) with silicone grease (GM P/N 18010909 or equivalent).
  6. Install the brake caliper bolt bushings (4) to the brake caliper bracket.
  7. Lubricate the brake caliper bolt boots (3) with silicone grease (GM P/N 18010909 or equivalent).
  8. Install the brake caliper bolt boots to the brake caliper bracket.
  9. Install the brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement .