Front Brake Caliper Replacement

Front Brake Caliper Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Brake Dust Caution.

Caution: Refer to Brake Fluid Irritant Caution.

Notice: Refer to Brake Fluid Effects on Paint and Electrical Components Notice.

1. Use a siphon in order to remove half of the brake fluid from the reservoir.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the tire and wheel assembly.
4. Place a container below the brake hose in order to catch the brake fluid.




5. Remove the front brake hose fitting (2) and the washer from the caliper.




6. Remove the caliper bolts (1,2).
7. Remove the caliper from the caliper bracket.

Inspection Procedure

1. Inspect the disc brake mounting and hardware components. Repair or replace parts as necessary.
2. Inspect the caliper. Repair or replace parts as necessary.

Installation Procedure




1. Ensure the caliper slide pins (17, 21) are lubricated with lithium soap base glycol grease or Silicone Brake Lubricant, GM P/N 89021536, AC Delco P/N 89021537 (Canadian P/N 89021538), or equivalent. If necessary, refer to Front Disc Brake Hardware Replacement.
2. Install the caliper (10) to the caliper bracket (14).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the caliper bolts (11,18).

Tighten the bolts to 34.3 N.m (25.30 lb ft).

4. Install a NEW washer (1) to the flexible hose lock hole in the caliper.
5. Install the brake hose (3) to the caliper.
6. Install the brake hose fitting (2).

Tighten the fitting to 29 N.m (21.4 lb ft).

7. Install the tire and wheel assembly.
8. Lower the vehicle.

Caution: 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.

9. With the engine OFF, gradually apply and release the brake pedal several times in order to position the caliper pistons and the brake pads.
10. Fill the master cylinder reservoir.
11. Bleed the brake system.