For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
- Mark the position of the front wheel relative to the wheel hub. Remove the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
- Remove the fitting and the washers that retain the brake hose to the caliper.
- Remove the brake hose from the caliper.
- Plug the openings in the caliper and the brake hose to prevent fluid loss or contamination.
- Remove the caliper mounting bolts.
- Remove the caliper.
Warning: Refer to Brake Dust Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Warning in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Brake Caliper Caution in the Preface section.
Installation Procedure
- Ensure the slide pins are lubricated with Silicone Brake Lubricant, GM P/N 89021536, ACDelco P/N 89021537 (Canadian P/N 89021538), or equivalent. If necessary, refer to Front Brake Caliper Overhaul.
- Install the caliper.
- Install the caliper mounting bolts and tighten to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).
- Install the brake hose to the caliper with the washers and the brake hose fitting and tighten to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).
- Align the marks that were made when removing the front wheel, and install the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the engine OFF, gradually apply and release the brake pedal several times in order to position the caliper piston and the pads.
- Bleed the brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Warning: Do not move the vehicle until a firm brake pedal is obtained. Failure to obtain a firm pedal before moving vehicle may result in personal injury.
