GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.

Removal Procedure

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Remove the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
  3. Remove the caliper from the mounting bracket and support the caliper with heavy mechanic's wire or equivalent. DO NOT disconnect the hydraulic brake flexible hose from the caliper. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement.

  4. Object Number: 369668  Size: SH
  5. Remove the disc brake pads from the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
  6. Remove the disc brake pad retainers from the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
  7. Inspect the disc brake hardware. Refer to Front Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection.

  8. Object Number: 344219  Size: SH
  9. Remove the caliper pin boots (4) from the disc brake caliper mounting bracket (3).

Installation Procedure

  1. Lubricate the front brake caliper bushings, bolts and seals with high temperature silicone brake lubricant.

  2. Object Number: 344219  Size: SH
  3. Install the caliper pin boots (4) to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket (3).

  4. Object Number: 369668  Size: SH
  5. Install the disc brake pad retainers to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
  6. Install the disc brake pads to the disc brake caliper mounting bracket.
  7. Install the disc brake caliper to the caliper mounting bracket. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement.
  8. With the engine OFF, gradually apply the brake pedal approximately 2/3 of its travel distance.
  9. Slowly release the brake pedal.
  10. Wait 15 seconds, then repeat steps 6-7 until a firm brake pedal is obtained. This will properly seat the brake caliper pistons and brake pads.